The L&N Station is a former rail passenger station in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, located in the downtown area at the northern end of the World's Fair Park.
Serving 581 students in grades 9-12, L N Stem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L N Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
L N Stem Academy's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
Knoxville, TN
School Rankings
L N Stem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L N Stem Academy is 0.37, 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
#117 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L N Stem Academy's ranking?
L N Stem Academy is ranked #117 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are L N Stem Academy often compared to?
L N Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut High School, Hardin Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of L N Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of L N Stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend L N Stem Academy?
581 students attend L N Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of L N Stem Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 L N Stem Academy?
L N Stem Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does L N Stem Academy offer ?
L N Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L N Stem Academy part of?
L N Stem Academy is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is L N Stem Academy located?
L N Stem Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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