Central High School vs Ritta Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 6.2 km 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
Ritta Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
| Measure | Central High School Knoxville, Tennessee | Ritta Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #219 of 321 | #615 of 913 |
| National rank | #15962 of 16,910 | #43928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,265 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 1,265 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 36% |
| city | Knoxville | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ritta Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 15.7).
- •Ritta Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 10%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 529.
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 Ritta Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ritta Elementary ranks higher (21.5 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 Ritta Elementary?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,265. Ritta Elementary: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Ritta Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 219th of 321 and Ritta Elementary is 615th of 913 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).