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Very Good

#598 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 33% in state

Fairview Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

2130 Old Niles Ferry, Maryville, TN 37803

Enrollment

305

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#598 of 1,786

In Maryville

#8 of 20

public schools

In district

#5 of 21

Blount County

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Fairview Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Maryville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Foothills Elementary

9.1/10

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8.1/10

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About Fairview Elementary

Fairview Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of Blount County. Fairview Elementary serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Fairview Elementary — Students at Fairview Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
36.9%
2025
Math
54.5%
ELA
43.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Fairview Elementary Compares

See how Fairview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2130 Old Niles Ferry, Maryville, TN 37803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sam Houston Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Foothills Elementary Maryville 1.1 mi 9.1
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 1.2 mi 8.1
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 1.6 mi 6.8
William Blount High School Maryville 2.3 mi 5.4
Maryville High School Maryville 2.5 mi 7.3
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 2.5 mi 5.9
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 2.5 mi 8.7
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 2.6 mi 5.6
Montvale Elementary Maryville 2.7 mi 7.0
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 3.1 mi 5.3
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 3.0 mi 6.2
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 3.3 mi 6.4
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 3.5 mi
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 4.5 mi 6.5
Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville 4.4 mi 8.6
Alcoa High School Alcoa 5.1 mi 6.8
Union Grove Middle School Friendsville 4.4 mi 4.7
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 5.3 mi 7.4
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 5.2 mi 9.3
Union Grove Elementary School Friendsville 4.5 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,006

Median Home Value

$312,800

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

33,822

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

46.3

Similar Schools

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Gateway Elementary Madison, TN 7.2
Highland Park Elementary Columbia, TN 7.2
Inglewood Elementary Nashville, TN 7.2
Midway Elementary Kingston, TN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairview Elementary

What grades does Fairview Elementary serve?

Fairview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fairview Elementary?

Fairview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fairview Elementary rank in TN?

Fairview Elementary ranks #598 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Fairview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fairview Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fairview Elementary a charter school?

No, Fairview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fairview Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fairview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

Blount County
District Enrollment
10,191
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,370
District Rank
#5 of 21

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