Highland Oaks Middle vs Ross Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Oaks Middle
Memphis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
Ross Elementary
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
665 students
| Measure | Highland Oaks Middle Memphis, Tennessee | Ross Elementary Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #266 of 307 | #870 of 913 |
| National rank | #15311 of 15,369 | #50214 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 537 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 18% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (5.1 vs 4.5).
- •Ross Elementary does better on math proficiency (18% vs 16%).
- •Highland Oaks Middle does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 10%).
- •Ross Elementary is the larger school with 665 students compared with 537.
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 Highland Oaks Middle better than Ross 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 Highland Oaks Middle and Ross Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Oaks Middle: 537. Ross Elementary: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Oaks Middle and Ross Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Highland Oaks Middle is 266th of 307 and Ross Elementary is 870th of 913 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).