Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montvale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montvale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montvale Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montvale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montvale Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#578 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montvale Elementary School's ranking?
Montvale Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montvale Elementary School often compared to?
Montvale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carpenters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montvale Elementary School?
291 students attend Montvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Montvale Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montvale Elementary School?
Montvale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montvale Elementary School offer ?
Montvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montvale Elementary School part of?
Montvale Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
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