Cherokee Elementary vs South Side Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Elementary
Johnson City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
345 students
South Side Elementary
Johnson City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
419 students
| Measure | Cherokee Elementary Johnson City, Tennessee | South Side Elementary Johnson City, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #168 of 913 | #72 of 913 |
| National rank | #20658 of 50,301 | #7855 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 345 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| city | Johnson City | Johnson City |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 56.4).
- •South Side Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •South Side Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •South Side Elementary is the larger school with 419 students compared with 345.
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 Cherokee Elementary better than South Side Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Side Elementary ranks higher (75.2 vs 56.4 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 Cherokee Elementary and South Side Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Johnson City and Johnson City in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Elementary: 345. South Side Elementary: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Elementary and South Side Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Cherokee Elementary is 168th of 913 and South Side Elementary is 72nd of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).