John Colemon Elementary vs Smyrna Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Colemon Elementary
Smyrna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
861 students
Smyrna Middle School
Smyrna · Public middle · Grades 6–8
899 students
| Measure | John Colemon Elementary Smyrna, Tennessee | Smyrna Middle School Smyrna, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #486 of 913 | #176 of 307 |
| National rank | #39265 of 50,301 | #13275 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 861 | 899 |
| Enrollment | 861 | 899 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 36% |
| city | Smyrna | Smyrna |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Colemon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 22.8).
- •John Colemon Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •John Colemon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 24%).
- •Smyrna Middle School is the larger school with 899 students compared with 861.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is John Colemon Elementary better than Smyrna Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), John Colemon Elementary ranks higher (28.9 vs 22.8 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 John Colemon Elementary and Smyrna Middle School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Smyrna and Smyrna in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Colemon Elementary: 861. Smyrna Middle School: 899. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Colemon Elementary and Smyrna Middle School rank in Tennessee?
John Colemon Elementary is 486th of 913 and Smyrna Middle School is 176th of 307 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).