Bearden High School vs John Overton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 245 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
John Overton High
Nashville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,942 students
| Measure | Bearden High School Knoxville, Tennessee | John Overton High Nashville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #73 of 321 | #291 of 321 |
| National rank | #11449 of 16,910 | #16848 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,963 | 1,942 |
| Enrollment | 1,963 | 1,942 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 4% |
| city | Knoxville | Nashville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bearden High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 3.9).
- •Bearden High School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 4%).
- •Bearden High School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 20%).
- •Bearden High School is the larger school with 1,963 students compared with 1,942.
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 John Overton High?
On the Success Index (US), Bearden High School ranks higher (38.0 vs 3.9 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 Bearden High School and John Overton High?
About 245 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Nashville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bearden High School: 1,963. John Overton High: 1,942. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bearden High School and John Overton High rank in Tennessee?
Bearden High School is 73rd of 321 and John Overton High is 291st of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).