KARNS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Karns Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 1,597 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 9th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 64 teachers, Karns Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Karns Middle School, located at 2925 Gray Hendrix Road in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a prominent educational institution serving students in the growing Karns community. As part of the Knox County Schools district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. The school is known for its strong community involvement and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social development.

Beyond academics, Karns Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills outside the classroom. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, encouraging students to participate in activities that promote teamwork, character building, and civic responsibility. With its long-standing presence in the Knoxville area, Karns Middle School remains a central hub for student life and family engagement within the region.

For more information, contact Karns Middle School at (865) 539-7732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2925 Gray Hendrix RD
Knoxville, TN 37931
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KARNS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Knoxville, TN with about 1,597 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Knox County
Total Students:
1,597
Teachers:
64
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,597 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending KARNS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 82% of the student body.

White
81.6%
Black or African American
7.0%
Hispanic/Latino
6.3%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.