Karns Intermediate serves 570 students in grades 3-5.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers (95-96)
48 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(98-99)n/a
n/a
Asian
(98-99)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(98-99)1%
1%
Black
(98-99)3%
24%
White
(98-99)96%
73%
Hawaiian
(98-99)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(98-99)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Karns Intermediate?
570 students attend Karns Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Karns Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Karns Intermediate offer ?
Karns Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Karns Intermediate part of?
Karns Intermediate is part of Knox County School District.
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