Neely's Bend Elementary vs Smithson Craighead Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Neely's Bend Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–7
491 students
Smithson Craighead Academy
Madison · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
319 students
| Measure | Neely's Bend Elementary Madison, Tennessee | Smithson Craighead Academy Madison, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #831 of 913 | #782 of 913 |
| National rank | #49955 of 50,301 | #49253 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 491 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithson Craighead Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.8 vs 7.6).
- •Smithson Craighead Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Neely's Bend Elementary is the larger school with 491 students compared with 319.
- •Neely's Bend Elementary is a public school while Smithson Craighead Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Neely's Bend Elementary better than Smithson Craighead Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Smithson Craighead Academy ranks higher (10.8 vs 7.6 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 Neely's Bend Elementary and Smithson Craighead Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Neely's Bend Elementary: 491. Smithson Craighead Academy: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Neely's Bend Elementary and Smithson Craighead Academy rank in Tennessee?
Neely's Bend Elementary is 831st of 913 and Smithson Craighead Academy is 782nd of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).