Central Elementary vs Porter Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 154 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Johnson City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
267 students
Porter Elementary
Maryville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
266 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Johnson City, Tennessee | Porter Elementary Maryville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #758 of 913 | #273 of 913 |
| National rank | #48829 of 50,301 | #29839 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 267 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 267 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | Johnson City | Maryville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Porter Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 12.1).
- •Porter Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Porter Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 267 students compared with 266.
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 Central Elementary better than Porter Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Porter Elementary ranks higher (43.2 vs 12.1 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 Central Elementary and Porter Elementary?
About 154 km in a straight line, between Johnson City and Maryville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 267. Porter Elementary: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Porter Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Central Elementary is 758th of 913 and Porter Elementary is 273rd of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).