Excellent
#131 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 7% in state
Sam Houston Elementary
Elementary School · Maryville
330 Melrose ST, Maryville, TN 37803
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#131 of 1,786
In Maryville
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Maryville
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sam Houston Elementary
Sam Houston Elementary is a public elementary school in Maryville, TN, part of Maryville. Sam Houston Elementary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Houston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sam Houston Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Sam Houston Elementary — Students at Sam Houston Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Sam Houston Elementary Compares
See how Sam Houston Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
330 Melrose ST, Maryville, TN 37803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sam Houston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Sevier Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maryville High School Maryville | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Maryville Junior High School Maryville | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Maryville Virtual School Maryville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Foothills Elementary Maryville | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Maryville | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| John Sevier Elementary Maryville | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Alcoa High School Alcoa | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa | 3.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Alcoa Middle School Alcoa | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Alcoa Elementary Alcoa | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Montvale Elementary Maryville | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| William Blount High School Maryville | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Eagleton College and Career Academy Maryville | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Mary Blount Elementary Maryville | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF MARYVILLE Maryville | 3.9 mi | — |
| APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apison Elementary School Apison, TN | 8.7 |
| East Chester Elementary School Henderson, TN | 8.7 |
| Edmondson Elementary Brentwood, TN | 8.7 |
| Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville, TN | 8.7 |
| Grassland Elementary Brentwood, TN | 8.7 |
| Holston View Elementary Bristol, TN | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sam Houston Elementary
What grades does Sam Houston Elementary serve?
Sam Houston Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Sam Houston Elementary?
Sam Houston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sam Houston Elementary rank in TN?
Sam Houston Elementary ranks #131 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sam Houston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sam Houston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Sam Houston Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Houston Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sam Houston Elementary a charter school?
No, Sam Houston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sam Houston Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sam Houston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Blount County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (865) 983-3241
Resources & Links
District
Maryville- District Enrollment
- 5,711
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,075
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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