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#1579 of 1,786 schools in TN

Maynard Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

737 College ST, Knoxville, TN 37921

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,579 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#72 of 82

public schools

In district

#79 of 88

Knox County

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Maynard Elementary

4.3/10

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

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6.9/10

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About Maynard Elementary

Maynard Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Maynard Elementary serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maynard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,579 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Maynard Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Maynard Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Maynard Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-30.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-33.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Maynard Elementary — Students at Maynard Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.6% (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
17%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
14%
2025
Math
8.3%
ELA
18.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Maynard Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in TN
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

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

737 College ST, Knoxville, TN 37921

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maynard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Knox Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Emerald Academy Knoxville 0.3 mi 6.9
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville 0.5 mi 8.1
Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville 0.9 mi 7.8
L N STEM Academy Knoxville 0.9 mi 7.2
West View Elementary Knoxville 1.1 mi 5.6
Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville 1.3 mi 6.6
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville 1.4 mi 5.8
Christenberry Elementary Knoxville 1.9 mi 7.6
Green Magnet Math And Science Academy Knoxville 1.5 mi 5.4
Fulton High School Knoxville 1.9 mi 3.7
Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville 2.2 mi 6.9
South Knox Elementary Knoxville 1.9 mi 8.7
KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville 2.1 mi 6.9
Vine Middle/Magnet Knoxville 2.0 mi 4.7
SMART KIDS ELC Knoxville 2.1 mi
West High School Knoxville 2.4 mi 6.5
Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville 2.6 mi 4.1
Dogwood Elementary Knoxville 2.6 mi 6.0
KNOXVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN Knoxville 2.5 mi
Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville 2.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,813

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

29,064

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

34

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LENOIR CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lenoir City, TN 4.6
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Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs, TN 4.7
T Lawson Early Childhood Education Center Sevierville, TN 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maynard Elementary

What grades does Maynard Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Maynard Elementary?

Maynard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maynard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Maynard Elementary is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maynard Elementary rank in TN?

Maynard Elementary ranks #1,579 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Maynard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Maynard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Maynard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maynard Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maynard Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Maynard Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#79 of 88

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