Northeast Middle School vs Thelma Barker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northeast Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
804 students
Thelma Barker Elementary
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
776 students
| Measure | Northeast Middle School Jackson, Tennessee | Thelma Barker Elementary Jackson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 307 | #616 of 913 |
| National rank | #13744 of 15,369 | #43931 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 804 | 776 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 776 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 36% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thelma Barker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 20.2).
- •Thelma Barker Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •Thelma Barker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •Northeast Middle School is the larger school with 804 students compared with 776.
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 Northeast Middle School better than Thelma Barker Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thelma Barker Elementary ranks higher (21.5 vs 20.2 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 Northeast Middle School and Thelma Barker Elementary?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northeast Middle School: 804. Thelma Barker Elementary: 776. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northeast Middle School and Thelma Barker Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Northeast Middle School is 188th of 307 and Thelma Barker Elementary is 616th of 913 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).