J. Brown Elementary vs Riverside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. Brown Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
336 students
Riverside Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
380 students
| Measure | J. Brown Elementary Columbia, Tennessee | Riverside Elementary Columbia, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #696 of 913 | #875 of 913 |
| National rank | #47188 of 50,301 | #50225 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 336 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 17% |
| city | Columbia | Columbia |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J. Brown Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.9 vs 4.3).
- •J. Brown Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •J. Brown Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Riverside Elementary is the larger school with 380 students compared with 336.
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 J. Brown Elementary better than Riverside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), J. Brown Elementary ranks higher (15.9 vs 4.3 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 J. Brown Elementary and Riverside Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Columbia in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. Brown Elementary: 336. Riverside Elementary: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. Brown Elementary and Riverside Elementary rank in Tennessee?
J. Brown Elementary is 696th of 913 and Riverside Elementary is 875th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).