Best Schools in Maynardville, Tennessee
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Maynardville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Maynardville Elementary
Elementary · Union County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Paulette Elementary School
Elementary · Union County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Big Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Union County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Maynardville for 2026 are Maynardville Elementary (7.1/10), Paulette Elementary School (6.9/10), and Big Ridge Elementary (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$185,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$185,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Maynardville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maynardville Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Paulette Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Big Ridge Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Union County High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | H Maynard Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $62,040
- Median home value
- $185,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Maynardville compares
Tennessee rank
#95 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Tennessee avg (6.4)
Median household income
$62k
96% of Tennessee median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Maynardville, Tennessee
Maynardville, Tennessee is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Maynardville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Maynardville is Maynardville Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Maynardville is served by 1 school district: Union County. These districts collectively serve 5,704 students.
Maynardville's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,040. The poverty rate in the area is 15.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 383 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 364 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 189 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
| 4 | 14 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 633 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 798 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 27 students · 6th–12th | — |
Schools in Maynardville
Maynardville, Tennessee · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$185,100
Median Rent
$868/mo
Population
11,476
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Community Profile
Maynardville has a median household income of $62,040. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,100, with a median rent of $868/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Tennessee
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Maynardville, Tennessee
How many schools are in Maynardville, Tennessee?
Maynardville has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Maynardville is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Maynardville on MySchoolScout is Maynardville Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Maynardville on MySchoolScout is Maynardville Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Maynardville on MySchoolScout is H Maynard Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The top-ranked high school in Maynardville on MySchoolScout is Union County High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Maynardville, Tennessee?
Maynardville is served by 1 school district: Union County.
What is the education level in Maynardville, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Maynardville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The median household income in Maynardville is approximately $62,040 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Maynardville, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Maynardville is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Maynardville, Tennessee?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.