District Overview
Headquartered at 400 Clinchfield Street in Kingsport, Tennessee, Kingsport City Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of its vibrant small-city community. Situated within the Kingsport-Bristol metropolitan region, this non-charter school system operates 12 comprehensive facilities offering continuous educational pathways from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district provides a fully integrated public education system that connects families and researchers to a well-established academic infrastructure, with comprehensive information and community resources available through its official online portal at k12k.com.

According to federal educational records for the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a total student population of 7,658 pupils, demonstrating steady enrollment across all grade levels from early childhood learning through high school graduation. The student body reflects a diverse demographic profile, encompassing significant representation among White, Hispanic, multiracial, Black, and Asian students, alongside American Indian and Pacific Islander learners. While official full-time equivalent staffing figures were not recorded in the latest federal dataset submission for this reporting cycle, the district's operational footprint and steady student enrollment showcase a dedicated municipal school system focused on fostering academic growth and community connection.
12
Total Schools
7,658
Total Students
532.1
Full-Time Teachers
N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kingsport
Demographic Student Count
White5,859
Hispanic625
Black344
Asian117
Two or More648
American Indian59
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    5,859 (76.5%)
  • Two or More
    648 (8.5%)
  • Hispanic
    625 (8.2%)
  • Black
    344 (4.5%)
  • Asian
    117 (1.5%)
  • American Indian
    59 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Kingsport
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary8
Middle2
High1
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:12
Students:7,658*
Teachers (FTE):532.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:N/A
Schools in Kingsport
Found 12 Schools