Central Elementary vs Macon County Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
473 students
Macon County Junior High School
Lafayette · Public middle · Grades 6–8
778 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Lafayette, Tennessee | Macon County Junior High School Lafayette, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 913 | #97 of 307 |
| National rank | #32731 of 50,301 | #10532 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 473 | 778 |
| Enrollment | 473 | 778 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 36.6).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Macon County Junior High School is the larger school with 778 students compared with 473.
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 Macon County Junior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (38.8 vs 36.6 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 Macon County Junior High School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 473. Macon County Junior High School: 778. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Macon County Junior High School rank in Tennessee?
Central Elementary is 324th of 913 and Macon County Junior High School is 97th of 307 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).