For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,708 students in 37803, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37803, TN are Sam Houston Elementary School, Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School and Foothills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37803 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37803, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37803, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sam Houston Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
330 Melrose St
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 983-3241
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 983-3241
Gr: PK-3 | 464 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
835 Montgomery Ln
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-0590
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-0590
Gr: 4-7 | 879 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 Sandy Springs Rd
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 681-0364
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 681-0364
Gr: PK-3 | 660 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Carpenters Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
915 Huffstetler Rd
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-1490
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-1490
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2130 Old Niles Ferry
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 982-0630
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 982-0630
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Carpenters Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
920 Huffstetler Rd
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-1414
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 980-1414
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Montvale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3128 Montvale Rd
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 983-2666
Maryville, TN 37803
(865) 983-2666
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37803, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37803, TN include Sam Houston Elementary School, Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School and Foothills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37803?
7 public elementary schools are located in 37803.
What is the racial composition of students in 37803?
37803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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