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Lanier Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

6006 Lanier RD, Maryville, TN 37742

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,017 of 1,786

In Maryville

#14 of 20

public schools

In district

#13 of 21

Blount County

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Lanier Elementary

6.1/10

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

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6.4/10

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About Lanier Elementary

Lanier Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of Blount County. Lanier Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,017 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lanier Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Lanier Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

32% of students at Lanier Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism31.8%

Lanier Elementary — Students at Lanier Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (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
20%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
21%
2025
Math
32.7%
ELA
29.7%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Lanier Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in TN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

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

6006 Lanier RD, Maryville, TN 37742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lanier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 9.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sam Houston Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 10.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendsville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Friendsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 5.3 mi 6.4
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 5.4 mi 5.3
Greenback School Greenback 5.1 mi 7.9
Union Grove Middle School Friendsville 8.7 mi 4.7
Union Grove Elementary School Friendsville 8.8 mi 5.3
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 8.7 mi 5.6
Fairview Elementary Maryville 8.4 mi 7.2
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 8.8 mi 6.8
William Blount High School Maryville 9.0 mi 5.4
Vonore Middle School Vonore 8.0 mi 5.9
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 9.5 mi 6.2
Friendsville Elementary Friendsville 9.8 mi 8.0
Vonore Elementary Vonore 8.4 mi 6.5
Montvale Elementary Maryville 8.8 mi 7.0
Foothills Elementary Maryville 9.4 mi 9.1
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 9.5 mi 8.1
Maryville High School Maryville 11.0 mi 7.3
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 10.9 mi 5.9
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 10.9 mi 8.7
Middlesettlements Louisville 12.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,516

Median Home Value

$270,000

Median Rent

$1,051/mo

Population

7,568

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

90.8%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lanier Elementary

What grades does Lanier Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Lanier Elementary?

Lanier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanier Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lanier 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 Lanier Elementary rank in TN?

Lanier Elementary ranks #1,017 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lanier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lanier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lanier Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanier Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lanier Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lanier Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.8%

District

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

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