Cummings Elementary/Middle vs Fountain City Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 560 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cummings Elementary/Middle
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
379 students
Fountain City Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
379 students
| Measure | Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis, Tennessee | Fountain City Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 2 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #900 of 913 | #270 of 913 |
| National rank | #50273 of 50,301 | #29803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 379 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 47% |
| city | Memphis | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fountain City Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 2.3).
- •Fountain City Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 13%).
- •Fountain City Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 5%).
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 Cummings Elementary/Middle better than Fountain City Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fountain City Elementary ranks higher (43.2 vs 2.3 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 Cummings Elementary/Middle and Fountain City Elementary?
About 560 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cummings Elementary/Middle: 379. Fountain City Elementary: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cummings Elementary/Middle and Fountain City Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Cummings Elementary/Middle is 900th of 913 and Fountain City Elementary is 270th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).