Maryville City Schools: A Homebuyer's Guide

If you're moving to Maryville with kids, the schools are probably the first thing you asked about. Here's the straight answer.

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The District at a Glance

Maryville City Schools is its own independent school district, separate from Blount County Schools. That's a big deal. The district answers to Maryville, not the county, and it shows in the results.

The district calls itself the #1 district in Tennessee (Niche, 2023), and the rankings back up the reputation. Maryville High School ranked #28 in the state in the 2025 U.S. News rankings.

District office: 865-982-7121. Website: maryville-schools.org.

The Schools

Maryville City Schools runs seven schools:

• Maryville High School (825 Lawrence Ave, grades 9-12). The flagship. Strong academics, powerhouse athletics, and consistently ranked among the best high schools in Tennessee.
• Maryville Middle School (805 Montvale Station Rd, grades 6-8). Formerly the junior high, renamed as part of a district realignment.
• Maryville Intermediate School (835 Montgomery Ln). Upper elementary grades, bridging the elementaries to middle school.
• Coulter Grove Intermediate School (2025 Sevierville Rd, grades 4-7). One of the top-performing middle-grade schools in the state. Ranked 22nd out of 583 Tennessee middle schools by SchoolDigger.
• Foothills Elementary School (520 Sandy Springs Rd). Elementary grades.
• John Sevier Elementary School (2001 Sequoyah Ave). Elementary grades.
• Sam Houston Elementary School (330 Melrose St). Elementary grades.

Maryville City vs. Blount County: Know the Difference

This is the part that trips up relocators. A Maryville mailing address does NOT automatically mean Maryville City Schools. Much of the surrounding area is zoned for Blount County Schools, which runs William Blount High School, Heritage High School, and elementaries like Carpenters, Eagleton, Fairview, Lanier, Mary Blount, Montvale, and Porter.

Both districts are solid. But they are different districts with different zones, different boards, and different schools. When you're house hunting, the specific street address determines the district, not the town name on the mailbox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Maryville City Schools good?

Yes. The district is consistently ranked among the best in Tennessee, with Maryville High at #28 in the state and Coulter Grove among the top middle-grade schools statewide.

Does a Maryville address guarantee Maryville City Schools?

No. Many addresses with a Maryville mailing address are zoned for Blount County Schools. Verify the specific address with the district before you buy.

How many schools are in Maryville City Schools?

Seven: one high school, one middle school, two intermediate schools, and three elementary schools.

Where do I check which school a house is zoned for?

Call the district office at 865-982-7121 or check maryville-schools.org. Zones change, so always confirm the current map.

Is Maryville a good place to raise a family?

The schools are a big reason families move here. Pair strong schools with the Smoky Mountain foothills setting and a real downtown, and you see why Maryville draws relocators from all over.

A note on school zones: Attendance zones change, and a Maryville mailing address does not guarantee a particular school. Always verify zoning directly with the school district before buying. I am not a school official, and this guide is not a substitute for the district's official zone maps.

Thinking about making Maryville home? See live Maryville market data, my Moving to Maryville guide and Living in Maryville guide, or call or text (865) 951-9578.