Central High School vs McKenzie High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 350 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Wartburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
367 students
McKenzie High School
McKenzie · Public high · Grades 9–12
366 students
| Measure | Central High School Wartburg, Tennessee | McKenzie High School McKenzie, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #290 of 321 | #70 of 321 |
| National rank | #16845 of 16,910 | #11407 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 367 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 27% |
| city | Wartburg | McKenzie |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKenzie High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 4.0).
- •McKenzie High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 2.5%).
- •McKenzie High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 367 students compared with 366.
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 McKenzie High School?
On the Success Index (US), McKenzie High School ranks higher (38.2 vs 4.0 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 McKenzie High School?
About 350 km in a straight line, between Wartburg and McKenzie in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 367. McKenzie High School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and McKenzie High School rank in Tennessee?
Central High School is 290th of 321 and McKenzie High School is 70th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).