Serving 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maynard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maynard Elementary serves the southern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 0.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maynard Elementary School's student population of 109 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission is to promote high academic achievement in a safe and diverse environment with character building and respect for all students and staff.
School Rankings
Maynard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maynard Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1577 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maynard Elementary School's ranking?
Maynard Elementary School is ranked #1577 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Maynard Elementary School often compared to?
Maynard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Hill Elementary School, Northshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Maynard Elementary School?
109 students attend Maynard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Maynard Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Maynard Elementary School offer ?
Maynard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maynard Elementary School part of?
Maynard Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Maynard Elementary School located?
Maynard Elementary School is located in the Mechanicsville neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mechanicsville.
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