Harris Middle School vs Thomas Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 4.5 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
Thomas Magnet School
Shelbyville · Public elementary · Grades K–8
436 students
| Measure | Harris Middle School Shelbyville, Tennessee | Thomas Magnet School Shelbyville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #241 of 307 | #42 of 913 |
| National rank | #15056 of 15,369 | #3540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 977 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 977 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 72% |
| city | Shelbyville | Shelbyville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 10.4).
- •Thomas Magnet School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 23%).
- •Thomas Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 18%).
- •Harris Middle School is the larger school with 977 students compared with 436.
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 Thomas Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Magnet School ranks higher (82.7 vs 10.4 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 Harris Middle School and Thomas Magnet School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Shelbyville and Shelbyville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harris Middle School: 977. Thomas Magnet School: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harris Middle School and Thomas Magnet School rank in Tennessee?
Harris Middle School is 241st of 307 and Thomas Magnet School is 42nd of 913 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).