Central High School vs McMinn High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 92 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
McMinn High School
Athens · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
| Measure | Central High School Knoxville, Tennessee | McMinn High School Athens, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #219 of 321 | #169 of 321 |
| National rank | #15962 of 16,910 | #14998 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,265 | 1,272 |
| Enrollment | 1,265 | 1,272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Knoxville | Athens |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McMinn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 15.7).
- •McMinn High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •McMinn High School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •McMinn High School is the larger school with 1,272 students compared with 1,265.
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 McMinn High School?
On the Success Index (US), McMinn High School ranks higher (21.7 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 McMinn High School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Athens in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,265. McMinn High School: 1,272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and McMinn High School rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 219th of 321 and McMinn High School is 169th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).