Dodson Elementary vs Sam Houston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dodson Elementary
Hermitage · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
464 students
Sam Houston Elementary
Maryville · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
464 students
| Measure | Dodson Elementary Hermitage, Tennessee | Sam Houston Elementary Maryville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #776 of 913 | #55 of 913 |
| National rank | #49226 of 50,301 | #5509 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 464 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 72% |
| city | Hermitage | Maryville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sam Houston Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 10.8).
- •Sam Houston Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 27%).
- •Sam Houston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 17%).
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 Dodson Elementary better than Sam Houston Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sam Houston Elementary ranks higher (79.1 vs 10.8 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 Dodson Elementary and Sam Houston Elementary?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Hermitage and Maryville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dodson Elementary: 464. Sam Houston Elementary: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dodson Elementary and Sam Houston Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Dodson Elementary is 776th of 913 and Sam Houston Elementary is 55th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).