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William Blount High School

High School · Blount County

219 County Farm RD, Maryville, TN 37801

Enrollment

1,513

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,279 of 1,786

In Maryville

#18 of 20

public schools

In district

#17 of 21

Blount County

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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William Blount High School

5.4/10

High School in Maryville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William Blount High School

William Blount High School is a public high school in Maryville, TN, part of Blount County. William Blount High School serves approximately 1,513 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William Blount High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,279 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for William Blount High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness5.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation3.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

William Blount High School — Students at William Blount High School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 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
59%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
30.8%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How William Blount High School Compares

See how William Blount High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
13 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
3.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
13 boys'·10 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

219 County Farm RD, Maryville, TN 37801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Blount High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maryville High School (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alcoa High School (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Maryville 0.4 mi 5.6
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 0.8 mi 6.2
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 0.7 mi 6.8
Fairview Elementary Maryville 2.3 mi 7.2
Union Grove Middle School Friendsville 2.2 mi 4.7
Union Grove Elementary School Friendsville 2.4 mi 5.3
Foothills Elementary Maryville 2.8 mi 9.1
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 2.9 mi 8.1
Maryville High School Maryville 3.2 mi 7.3
Middlesettlements Louisville 4.1 mi 7.7
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 3.4 mi 8.7
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 3.5 mi 5.9
Carpenters Middle School Maryville 4.4 mi 5.3
Carpenters Elementary School Maryville 4.6 mi 6.4
Alcoa High School Alcoa 4.4 mi 6.8
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 4.1 mi
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 4.6 mi 7.4
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 4.6 mi 9.3
Alcoa Elementary Alcoa 4.8 mi 8.5
Montvale Elementary Maryville 5.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,814

Median Home Value

$268,700

Median Rent

$1,061/mo

Population

27,271

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

45.3

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Clarksville High Clarksville, TN 5.4
Coffee County Central High School Manchester, TN 5.4
Whitehaven High Memphis, TN 5.4
Bearden High School Knoxville, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Blount High School

What grades does William Blount High School serve?

William Blount High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend William Blount High School?

William Blount High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,513 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Blount High School?

The student-teacher ratio at William Blount High School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Blount High School rank in TN?

William Blount High School ranks #1,279 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is William Blount High School's MySchoolScout rating?

William Blount High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 William Blount High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Blount High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William Blount High School a charter school?

No, William Blount High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William Blount High School a Title I school?

No, William Blount High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,513
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

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

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