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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Knoxville at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Knox County School District
60,609 students | KNOXVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 97 schools -
Union County School District
5,939 students | MAYNARDVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 12 schools -
Tn School For Deaf
144 students | KNOXVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 4 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Knoxville
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September 22, 2025
I am a past student of this school, and I would 100% never recommend you to send your child here. This school's staff does not care about student well-being in the slightest, and will do anything but... More
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West Valley Middle School
Parent / Guardian
September 18, 2025
I have one child that attends the school now unfortunately I would have to say this is turned out to be a mistake. I am trying to make the best out of this situation, but it seems and safe I am paying... More
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Concord Christian School
Parent / Guardian
September 13, 2025
We are now in 2nd grade and we love Pleasant Ridge 2. My son even has a IEP the staff are amazing and they make you feel like family
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Pleasant Ridge Elementary School