Bearden High School vs Jefferson Co High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bearden High School
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,963 students
Jefferson Co High School
Dandridge · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,965 students
| Measure | Bearden High School Knoxville, Tennessee | Jefferson Co High School Dandridge, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 321 | #72 of 321 |
| National rank | #11449 of 16,910 | #11433 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,963 | 1,965 |
| Enrollment | 1,963 | 1,965 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 33% |
| city | Knoxville | Dandridge |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.0 vs 38.1).
- •Jefferson Co High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 13%).
- •Bearden High School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 45%).
- •Jefferson Co High School is the larger school with 1,965 students compared with 1,963.
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 Bearden High School better than Jefferson Co 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 Bearden High School and Jefferson Co High School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Dandridge in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bearden High School: 1,963. Jefferson Co High School: 1,965. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bearden High School and Jefferson Co High School rank in Tennessee?
Bearden High School is 73rd of 321 and Jefferson Co High School is 72nd of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).