Harris Middle School vs South Side Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Middle School
Shelbyville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
977 students
South Side Elementary
Shelbyville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
| Measure | Harris Middle School Shelbyville, Tennessee | South Side Elementary Shelbyville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 307 | #795 of 913 |
| National rank | #15056 of 15,369 | #49540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 977 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 977 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| city | Shelbyville | Shelbyville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.4 vs 9.7).
- •South Side Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Harris Middle School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Harris Middle School is the larger school with 977 students compared with 352.
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 Harris Middle School better than South Side Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harris Middle School and South Side Elementary?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Shelbyville and Shelbyville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harris Middle School: 977. South Side Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harris Middle School and South Side Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Harris Middle School is 241st of 307 and South Side Elementary is 795th of 913 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).