KNOX ADAPTIVE EDUCATION CENTER

Knox Adaptive Education Center is a public school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 88 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Knox Adaptive Education Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The Knox Adaptive Education Center, located at 5719 Kingston Pike in Knoxville, Tennessee, serves as a specialized facility within the Knox County Schools system. The center is dedicated to providing tailored educational support for students who require an alternative learning environment. Its mission focuses on meeting the unique academic, social, and behavioral needs of its student population through individualized instruction, ensuring that every student has access to a supportive framework that fosters personal growth and educational progress.

By providing a structured and specialized setting, the center plays a vital role in the district’s efforts to offer inclusive educational pathways. The faculty and staff at the Knox Adaptive Education Center work to bridge gaps in traditional learning, emphasizing a holistic approach that prioritizes student well-being and developmental milestones. The facility serves as a critical resource for families seeking specialized intervention and a dedicated academic community designed to help students overcome barriers and succeed within the broader school district.

For more information, contact Knox Adaptive Education Center at (865) 909-9020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5719 Kingston PIKE
Knoxville, TN 37919
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KNOX ADAPTIVE EDUCATION CENTER is a public school in Knoxville, TN with about 88 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
(Special Education School)
Charter School:*
No
District:
Knox County
Total Students:
88
Teachers:
6
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 88 students

White
61.4%
Black or African American
23.9%
Two or more races
8.0%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
34.1%
Male
65.9%

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.