Serving 2,043 students in grades 9-12, Hardin Valley Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hardin Valley Academy's student population of 2,043 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hardin Valley Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Valley Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#618 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
6%
21%
White
71%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin Valley Academy's ranking?
Hardin Valley Academy is ranked #618 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hardin Valley Academy often compared to?
Hardin Valley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut High School, Karns High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of Hardin Valley Academy is 96%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hardin Valley Academy?
2,043 students attend Hardin Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hardin Valley Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin Valley Academy?
Hardin Valley Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hardin Valley Academy offer ?
Hardin Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin Valley Academy part of?
Hardin Valley Academy is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hardin Valley Academy located?
Hardin Valley Academy is located in the Hardin Valley neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Hardin Valley.
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