Alexander Elementary School vs Jackson Central-Merry Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 521 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
427 students
Jackson Central-Merry Early College High
Jackson · Public high · Grades 9–12
268 students
| Measure | Alexander Elementary School Jackson, Tennessee | Jackson Central-Merry Early College High Jackson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #839 of 913 | #63 of 321 |
| National rank | #50069 of 50,301 | #11141 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 427 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 427 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 15% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Central-Merry Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 6.5).
- •Alexander Elementary School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Jackson Central-Merry Early College High does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 12%).
- •Alexander Elementary School is the larger school with 427 students compared with 268.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alexander Elementary School better than Jackson Central-Merry Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Central-Merry Early College High ranks higher (39.2 vs 6.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alexander Elementary School and Jackson Central-Merry Early College High?
About 521 m in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Elementary School: 427. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Elementary School and Jackson Central-Merry Early College High rank in Tennessee?
Alexander Elementary School is 839th of 913 and Jackson Central-Merry Early College High is 63rd of 321 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).