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Excellent

#28 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 2% in state

Maury City Elementary

Elementary School · Crockett County

P. O. Box 68, Maury City, TN 38050

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee elementary schools

#26 of 1,002

In district

#2 of 5

Crockett County

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Maury City Elementary

Maury City Elementary serves 224 students across pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school in Maury City, Tennessee. At 10.7 students per teacher, the school keeps class sizes small enough to support consistent, individualized attention across the school day. The composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — reflects an academic score of 9.1 and a growth score of 9.6.

Growth is the standout number: it signals students are advancing faster than baseline expectations, not just performing well on any single-year snapshot. Statewide, the school ranks #28 out of 1,785 public schools in Tennessee, outperforming 98% of all Tennessee schools and placing it among the state's strongest performers regardless of school type or enrollment size. Within Crockett County, Maury City Elementary ranks #2 out of 5 schools.

It also holds the #26 spot among 1,002 Tennessee elementary schools — confirming the ranking holds at both the local and statewide level. For families weighing elementary options in this part of the state, the performance record is difficult to match.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Maury City Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Math vs. State Avg+25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency54%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,616

Maury City Elementary — Students at Maury City Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.9%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 34.3%
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
47%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
64.8%
ELA
44%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Maury City Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in TN
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Location

P. O. Box 68, Maury City, TN 38050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maury City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gadsden Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Gadsden), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alamo Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Alamo), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Anderson Early Childhood (rated 8.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maury City, see our Maury City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CROCKETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maury City 0.9 mi
Crockett County Middle School Alamo 3.5 mi 5.1
Crockett County High School Alamo 3.5 mi 5.3
Friendship Elementary Friendship 5.7 mi 7.3
Alamo Elementary Alamo 5.8 mi 8.4
Bells Elementary Bells 9.0 mi 7.7
Spring Hill Elementary Trenton 12.7 mi 7.0
Halls Junior High School Halls 11.9 mi 7.1
Halls High School Halls 11.9 mi 4.9
Halls Elementary School Halls 11.9 mi 7.2
Gadsden Elementary Gadsden 11.8 mi 9.4
Haywood High School Brownsville 14.9 mi 5.3
Haywood Elementary Brownsville 15.2 mi 7.5
Haywood County Virtual Academy Brownsville 15.5 mi
Haywood Middle School Brownsville 15.4 mi 4.6
East Side Elementary Brownsville 15.7 mi 5.5
Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville 15.6 mi 8.0
Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg 14.8 mi 6.5
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg 17.2 mi 6.2
Sunny Hill Intermediate School Brownsville 18.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,224

Median Home Value

$93,600

Median Rent

$845/mo

Population

425

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

70.1%

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

63.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Maury City Elementary has a median household income of $63,224. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $93,600, with a median rent of $845/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis, TN 9.2
Sullivan Gardens Elementary Kingsport, TN 9.2
Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington, TN 9.1
Jackson Elementary Memphis, TN 9.1
Catons Chapel Elementary Sevierville, TN 9.3
Central Heights Elementary Blountville, TN 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maury City Elementary

What grades does Maury City Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Maury City Elementary?

Maury City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maury City Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Maury City Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maury City Elementary rank in TN?

Maury City Elementary is ranked #28 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Maury City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Maury City Elementary has a composite rating of 9.2 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 Maury City Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Maury City Elementary has 52.9% math proficiency and 34.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Maury City Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Maury City Elementary a Title I school?

No, Maury City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (603/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Crockett County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Crockett County
District Enrollment
1,981
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,946
District Rank
#2 of 5

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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