- Mary Blount Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 590 students
- Carpenters Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 546 students
- Eagleton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 488 students
- Rockford Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 410 students
- Middlesettlements — Grades PK–5 · 387 students
- Lanier Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 333 students
- Fairview Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 323 students
- Prospect Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 323 students
- Montvale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 308 students
- Walland Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 284 students
- Porter Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 266 students
- Union Grove Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 213 students
- Friendsville Elementary — Grades K–5 · 212 students
- Townsend Elementary — Grades K–5 · 108 students
- Heritage Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 638 students
- Union Grove Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 623 students
- Carpenters Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 528 students
- William Blount High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,478 students
- Heritage High School — Grades 9–12 · 911 students
- Eagleton College and Career Academy — Grades 6–12 · 886 students
- Samuel Everett School of Innovation — Grades PK–12 · 415 students
| Metric | Blount County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Blount County School District
Blount County School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 37777 in Blount, Tennessee. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Tennessee districts on the data NCES reports. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Blount County School District runs approximately $10,900 annually, placing it 9% above the Tennessee state average of approximately $10,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Blount County School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K–12th. Contact Blount County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Blount County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Tennessee public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Blount County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37777
Children in zip code 37777 are assigned to Blount County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 37777, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Blount County School District at (205)775-1950 or visit www.blountboe.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Blount
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Blount County School District serves zip code 37777, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 37777 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Blount County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 37777.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Blount County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37777 data.