Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Porter Elementary serves the northern part of Maryville, TN, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#364 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Porter Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Porter Elementary School often compared to?
Porter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walland Elementary School, Alcoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
266 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Porter Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i love my school ot has great teachers it has a good basketball program and an awesome gym teacher and art,music,library,guidance, and tech teacher
5 10/10/2025
Amazing 10/10.
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