Dodson Elementary vs Strive Collegiate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 3.9 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
Strive Collegiate Academy
Nashville · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
195 students
| Measure | Dodson Elementary Hermitage, Tennessee | Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #776 of 913 | #255 of 307 |
| National rank | #49226 of 50,301 | #15269 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 464 | 195 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 16% |
| city | Hermitage | Nashville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dodson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.8 vs 7.0).
- •Dodson Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 16%).
- •Strive Collegiate Academy does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Dodson Elementary is the larger school with 464 students compared with 195.
- •Dodson Elementary is a public school while Strive Collegiate Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Strive Collegiate Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Dodson Elementary ranks higher (10.8 vs 7.0 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 Strive Collegiate Academy?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Hermitage and Nashville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dodson Elementary: 464. Strive Collegiate Academy: 195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dodson Elementary and Strive Collegiate Academy rank in Tennessee?
Dodson Elementary is 776th of 913 and Strive Collegiate Academy is 255th of 307 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).