Smyrna Primary vs South Fentress Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 140 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smyrna Primary
Smyrna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
562 students
South Fentress Elementary School
Grimsley · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
561 students
| Measure | Smyrna Primary Smyrna, Tennessee | South Fentress Elementary School Grimsley, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #620 of 913 | #505 of 913 |
| National rank | #44128 of 50,301 | #40548 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 562 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| city | Smyrna | Grimsley |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Fentress Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 21.2).
- •South Fentress Elementary School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •South Fentress Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 28%).
- •Smyrna Primary is the larger school with 562 students compared with 561.
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 Smyrna Primary better than South Fentress Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Fentress Elementary School ranks higher (26.8 vs 21.2 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 Smyrna Primary and South Fentress Elementary School?
About 140 km in a straight line, between Smyrna and Grimsley in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smyrna Primary: 562. South Fentress Elementary School: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smyrna Primary and South Fentress Elementary School rank in Tennessee?
Smyrna Primary is 620th of 913 and South Fentress Elementary School is 505th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).