Bethesda Elementary vs South Fentress Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethesda Elementary
Thompson Station · Public elementary · Grades K–5
561 students
South Fentress Elementary School
Grimsley · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
561 students
| Measure | Bethesda Elementary Thompson Station, Tennessee | South Fentress Elementary School Grimsley, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 913 | #505 of 913 |
| National rank | #9978 of 50,301 | #40548 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 561 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 35% |
| city | Thompson Station | Grimsley |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bethesda Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 26.8).
- •Bethesda Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 35%).
- •Bethesda Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 35%).
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 Bethesda Elementary better than South Fentress Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Bethesda Elementary ranks higher (71.9 vs 26.8 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 Bethesda Elementary and South Fentress Elementary School?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Thompson Station and Grimsley in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethesda Elementary: 561. South Fentress Elementary School: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethesda Elementary and South Fentress Elementary School rank in Tennessee?
Bethesda Elementary is 86th of 913 and South Fentress Elementary School is 505th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).