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#670 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 38% in state

Montvale Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

3128 Montvale RD, Maryville, TN 37803

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#670 of 1,786

In Maryville

#9 of 20

public schools

In district

#6 of 21

Blount County

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Montvale Elementary

7.0/10

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

Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School

8.1/10

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9.1/10

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About Montvale Elementary

Montvale Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of Blount County. Montvale Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montvale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #670 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Montvale Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (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
40%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
45.4%
ELA
31.6%
2025
Math
32.4%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Montvale Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in TN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

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

3128 Montvale RD, Maryville, TN 37803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montvale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Sevier Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 2.6 mi 8.1
Foothills Elementary Maryville 2.6 mi 9.1
Fairview Elementary Maryville 2.7 mi 7.2
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 3.4 mi 5.9
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 3.7 mi 8.7
Maryville High School Maryville 3.9 mi 7.3
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 4.4 mi
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 3.7 mi 6.4
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 3.7 mi 5.3
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 4.4 mi 6.8
Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville 5.0 mi 8.6
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 5.3 mi 6.5
John Sevier Elementary Maryville 5.5 mi 9.3
William Blount High School Maryville 5.1 mi 5.4
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 5.3 mi 5.6
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 5.7 mi 6.2
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF MARYVILLE Maryville 6.3 mi
Alcoa High School Alcoa 6.7 mi 6.8
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 6.8 mi 9.3
Alcoa Elementary Alcoa 6.9 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,006

Median Home Value

$312,800

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

33,822

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montvale Elementary

What grades does Montvale Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Montvale Elementary?

Montvale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montvale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Montvale Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montvale Elementary rank in TN?

Montvale Elementary ranks #670 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Montvale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Montvale Elementary 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 Montvale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montvale Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Montvale Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Montvale Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

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

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