Carter Elementary vs Fairmont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carter Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
530 students
Fairmont Elementary
Johnson City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
530 students
| Measure | Carter Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee | Fairmont Elementary Johnson City, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #498 of 913 | #71 of 913 |
| National rank | #40135 of 50,301 | #7829 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 530 | 530 |
| Enrollment | 530 | 530 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 72% |
| city | Knoxville | Johnson City |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairmont Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 27.4).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 38%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 32%).
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 Carter Elementary better than Fairmont Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fairmont Elementary ranks higher (75.2 vs 27.4 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 Carter Elementary and Fairmont Elementary?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Johnson City in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carter Elementary: 530. Fairmont Elementary: 530. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carter Elementary and Fairmont Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Carter Elementary is 498th of 913 and Fairmont Elementary is 71st of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).