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Very Good

#682 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 38% in state

Maury Middle School

Middle School · Jefferson County

965 Maury CIR P. Box 828, Dandridge, TN 37725

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#682 of 1,786

In Dandridge

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Jefferson County

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Maury Middle School

7.0/10

Middle School in Dandridge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dandridge Elementary

8.1/10

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6.9/10

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About Maury Middle School

Maury Middle School is a public middle school in Dandridge, TN, part of Jefferson County. Maury Middle School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maury Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Maury Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Maury Middle School 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,648
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Maury Middle School — Students at Maury Middle School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
30%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
40.2%
ELA
38.2%
2025
Math
41.6%
ELA
40.4%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Maury Middle School Compares

See how Maury Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

965 Maury CIR P. Box 828, Dandridge, TN 37725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maury Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West View Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Morristown), with a very similar rating. Another option is Northview Junior Academy (rated 6.9/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Kodak), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dandridge, see our Dandridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dandridge Elementary Dandridge 1.5 mi 8.1
Mount Horeb Elementary School Jefferson City 4.3 mi 6.9
Jefferson Co High School Dandridge 4.1 mi 5.5
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 7.3 mi 5.2
Talbott Elementary Talbott 7.7 mi 8.2
Piedmont Elementary Dandridge 6.4 mi 7.9
White Pine Elementary White Pine 8.0 mi 6.1
Jefferson Elementary Jefferson City 8.5 mi 7.2
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson City 8.6 mi 6.0
New Center Elementary Sevierville 9.9 mi 7.1
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 8.8 mi 4.1
Alpha Elementary Morristown 10.8 mi 8.2
West View Middle School Morristown 10.8 mi 7.0
Edgemont Elementary Newport 9.3 mi 6.0
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 11.7 mi 7.0
Witt Elementary Morristown 11.9 mi 7.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 11.9 mi 5.3
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE SMOKIES Sevierville 12.4 mi 6.2
Northview Junior Academy Kodak 11.2 mi 6.9
Northview Senior Academy Kodak 11.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,983

Median Home Value

$235,200

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

18,169

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maury Middle School

What grades does Maury Middle School serve?

Maury Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Maury Middle School?

Maury Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maury Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maury Middle School 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 Maury Middle School rank in TN?

Maury Middle School ranks #682 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Maury Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maury Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Maury Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maury Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maury Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Maury Middle School a Title I school?

No, Maury Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
6,854
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,648
District Rank
#6 of 12

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