Dunbar Elementary vs Forks River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 391 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunbar Elementary
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
206 students
Forks River Elementary
Elmwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
208 students
| Measure | Dunbar Elementary Memphis, Tennessee | Forks River Elementary Elmwood, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #743 of 913 | #269 of 913 |
| National rank | #48462 of 50,301 | #29802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 206 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Memphis | Elmwood |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forks River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 13.1).
- •Forks River Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Forks River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •Forks River Elementary is the larger school with 208 students compared with 206.
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 Dunbar Elementary better than Forks River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Forks River Elementary ranks higher (43.2 vs 13.1 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 Dunbar Elementary and Forks River Elementary?
About 391 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Elmwood in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunbar Elementary: 206. Forks River Elementary: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunbar Elementary and Forks River Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Dunbar Elementary is 743rd of 913 and Forks River Elementary is 269th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).