Central High School vs Halls High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,265 students
Halls High School
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,236 students
| Measure | Central High School Knoxville, Tennessee | Halls High School Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #219 of 321 | #199 of 321 |
| National rank | #15962 of 16,910 | #15664 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,265 | 1,236 |
| Enrollment | 1,265 | 1,236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| city | Knoxville | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Halls High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.6 vs 15.7).
- •Halls High School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 1,236.
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 Central High School better than Halls High School?
On the Success Index (US), Halls High School ranks higher (17.6 vs 15.7 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 Central High School and Halls High School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,265. Halls High School: 1,236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Halls High School rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 219th of 321 and Halls High School is 199th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).