Dogwood Elementary vs South Knox Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dogwood Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
581 students
South Knox Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
188 students
| Measure | Dogwood Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee | South Knox Elementary Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #717 of 913 | #470 of 913 |
| National rank | #47681 of 50,301 | #38434 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 581 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 42% |
| city | Knoxville | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Knox Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.2 vs 14.9).
- •South Knox Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 29%).
- •South Knox Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Dogwood Elementary is the larger school with 581 students compared with 188.
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 Dogwood Elementary better than South Knox Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Knox Elementary ranks higher (30.2 vs 14.9 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 Dogwood Elementary and South Knox Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dogwood Elementary: 581. South Knox Elementary: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dogwood Elementary and South Knox Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Dogwood Elementary is 717th of 913 and South Knox Elementary is 470th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).