Central High School vs Fountain City Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 864 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,265 students
Fountain City Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
379 students
| Measure | Central High School Knoxville, Tennessee | Fountain City Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #219 of 321 | #270 of 913 |
| National rank | #15962 of 16,910 | #29803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,265 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 1,265 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 47% |
| city | Knoxville | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fountain City Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 15.7).
- •Fountain City Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 10%).
- •Fountain City Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 379.
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 High School better than Fountain City Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fountain City Elementary ranks higher (43.2 vs 15.7 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 High School and Fountain City Elementary?
About 864 m in a straight line, between Knoxville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,265. Fountain City Elementary: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Fountain City Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 219th of 321 and Fountain City Elementary is 270th of 913 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).