For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,070 students in 37801, TN (there are , serving 986 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 37801, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 37801, TN are Mary Blount Elementary School and William Blount High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37801 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 37801, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37801, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Blount Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
131 South Old Glory Rd
Maryville, TN 37801
(865) 980-1430
Maryville, TN 37801
(865) 980-1430
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
William Blount High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
219 County Farm Rd
Maryville, TN 37801
(865) 984-5500
Maryville, TN 37801
(865) 984-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,513 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 37801, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 37801, TN include Mary Blount Elementary School and William Blount High School.
How many public schools are located in 37801?
2 public schools are located in 37801.
What percentage of students in 37801 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 37801 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37801?
37801 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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