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Mary Blount Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

131 South Old Glory RD, Maryville, TN 37801

Enrollment

557

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#988 of 1,786

In Maryville

#13 of 20

public schools

In district

#12 of 21

Blount County

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Mary Blount Elementary

6.2/10

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

William Blount High School

5.4/10

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About Mary Blount Elementary

Mary Blount Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of Blount County. Mary Blount Elementary serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Blount Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #988 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Mary Blount Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • 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-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Mary Blount Elementary — Students at Mary Blount Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (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
37%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
38.5%
ELA
39.5%
2025
Math
38.1%
ELA
32.1%

* 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 Mary Blount Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

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

131 South Old Glory RD, Maryville, TN 37801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary Blount Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sam Houston Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
William Blount High School Maryville 0.8 mi 5.4
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 0.9 mi 5.6
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 1.4 mi 6.8
Union Grove Middle School Friendsville 2.0 mi 4.7
Union Grove Elementary School Friendsville 2.1 mi 5.3
Fairview Elementary Maryville 3.0 mi 7.2
Middlesettlements Louisville 3.4 mi 7.7
Foothills Elementary Maryville 3.4 mi 9.1
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 3.4 mi 8.1
Maryville High School Maryville 3.4 mi 7.3
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 3.6 mi 8.7
Alcoa High School Alcoa 4.1 mi 6.8
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 3.8 mi 5.9
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 4.3 mi 7.4
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 4.3 mi 9.3
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 5.2 mi 5.3
Alcoa Elementary Alcoa 4.5 mi 8.5
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 4.3 mi
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 5.3 mi 6.4
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 4.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,814

Median Home Value

$268,700

Median Rent

$1,061/mo

Population

27,271

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary Blount Elementary

What grades does Mary Blount Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Mary Blount Elementary?

Mary Blount Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Blount Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary Blount Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary Blount Elementary rank in TN?

Mary Blount Elementary ranks #988 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mary Blount Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary Blount Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mary Blount Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Blount Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mary Blount Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mary Blount Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mary Blount Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

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

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