Cherokee Elementary vs University School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.9 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
University School
Johnson City · Public other · Grades K–12
635 students
| Measure | Cherokee Elementary Johnson City, Tennessee | University School Johnson City, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #168 of 913 | – |
| National rank | #20658 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 345 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 61% |
| city | Johnson City | Johnson City |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •University School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 47%).
- •University School is the larger school with 635 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 University School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cherokee Elementary and University School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Johnson City and Johnson City in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Elementary: 345. University School: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Elementary and University School rank in Tennessee?
Cherokee Elementary is 168th of 913 and University School is unranked among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).