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#159 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 9% in state

Fairview Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

2130 Old Niles Ferry, Maryville, TN 37803

Enrollment

305

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Maryville

#4 of 20

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#131 of 1,002

In district

#2 of 21

Blount County

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Fairview Elementary

Fairview Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of the Blount County. The school serves approximately 305 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.1th percentile among TN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math, 4 points above the state average and 34% in reading/language arts, 7 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,006, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.6%
Math vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,214

Fairview Elementary — Students at Fairview Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 34.2%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
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: 9.2/10.

How Fairview Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in TN
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.1/10
Above average

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 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Foothills Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sam Houston Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 8.5
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 1.2 mi 7.3
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 1.6 mi 6.8
William Blount High School Maryville 2.3 mi 5.5
Maryville High School Maryville 2.5 mi 8.4
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 2.5 mi 6.7
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 2.5 mi 6.6
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 2.6 mi 5.6
Montvale Elementary Maryville 2.7 mi 5.4
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 3.1 mi 5.2
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 3.0 mi 5.3
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 3.3 mi 4.8
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 3.5 mi
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 4.5 mi 5.7
Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville 4.4 mi 7.6
Alcoa High School Alcoa 5.1 mi 7.7
Union Grove Middle School Friendsville 4.4 mi 4.8
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 5.3 mi 7.6
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 5.2 mi 8.9
Union Grove Elementary School Friendsville 4.5 mi 5.2

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Fairview Elementary has a median household income of $81,006. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $312,800, with a median rent of $1,107/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bethpage Elementary Bethpage, TN 8.4
Camp Creek Elementary Greeneville, TN 8.4
Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis, TN 8.4
Corryton Elementary Corryton, TN 8.4
Doyle Elementary Doyle, TN 8.4
Jere Whitson Elementary Cookeville, TN 8.4

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 is ranked #159 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Fairview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fairview Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fairview Elementary has 42.8% math proficiency and 34.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Average (651/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Maryville). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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