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Prospect Elementary School

Elementary School · Blount County

1535 Burnett Station RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#911 of 1,786

In Seymour

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#11 of 21

Blount County

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Prospect Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Seymour · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Prospect Elementary School

Prospect Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seymour, TN, part of Blount County. Prospect Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospect Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #911 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Prospect Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Prospect Elementary 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 Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Prospect Elementary School — Students at Prospect Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 25 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
42.7%
ELA
35.6%
2025
Math
46.6%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Prospect Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in TN
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

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

1535 Burnett Station RD, Seymour, TN 37865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prospect Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Porter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seymour Primary (rated 8.7/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Hopewell Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SEYMOUR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seymour 3.6 mi 4.5
THE KING'S ACADEMY Seymour 4.0 mi 6.7
Seymour Primary Seymour 4.3 mi 8.7
Seymour Junior High Seymour 4.4 mi 7.5
Seymour High School Seymour 4.4 mi 7.9
Seymour Intermediate Seymour 4.4 mi 6.1
Porter Elementary Maryville 4.6 mi 9.2
New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville 5.9 mi 8.3
Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville 6.3 mi 7.7
South Doyle High School Knoxville 5.8 mi 3.6
Heritage High School Maryville 6.3 mi 6.7
Heritage Middle School Maryville 6.5 mi 5.1
Bonny Kate Elementary Knoxville 6.2 mi 6.8
Walland Elementary School Walland 7.5 mi 6.5
Eagleton Elementary Maryville 6.9 mi 5.6
Mooreland Heights Elementary Knoxville 7.8 mi 3.9
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF MARYVILLE Maryville 7.8 mi
MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 8.9 mi 7.0
South Doyle Middle School Knoxville 8.7 mi 5.5
Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School Knoxville 9.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,410

Median Home Value

$276,900

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

25,113

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prospect Elementary School

What grades does Prospect Elementary School serve?

Prospect Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?

Prospect Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prospect Elementary School rank in TN?

Prospect Elementary School ranks #911 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Prospect Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prospect Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Prospect Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prospect Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Prospect Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Prospect Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Prospect Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

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

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