Benjamin E. Mays High School vs D. M. Therrell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin E. Mays High School
Atlanta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,338 students
D. M. Therrell High School
Atlanta · Public high · Grades 9–12
964 students
| Measure | Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta, Georgia | D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 431 | #378 of 431 |
| National rank | #16048 of 16,910 | #16076 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,338 | 964 |
| Enrollment | 1,338 | 964 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 13% |
| city | Atlanta | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.0 vs 14.8).
- •D. M. Therrell High School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 8%).
- •D. M. Therrell High School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 21%).
- •Benjamin E. Mays High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.2).
- •Benjamin E. Mays High School is the larger school with 1,338 students compared with 964.
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 Benjamin E. Mays High School better than D. M. Therrell High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benjamin E. Mays High School and D. M. Therrell High School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Atlanta and Atlanta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin E. Mays High School: 1,338. D. M. Therrell High School: 964. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin E. Mays High School and D. M. Therrell High School rank in Georgia?
Benjamin E. Mays High School is 375th of 431 and D. M. Therrell High School is 378th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).