DeKalb Middle School vs Highland Oaks Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 374 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeKalb Middle School
Smithville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
534 students
Highland Oaks Middle
Memphis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
| Measure | DeKalb Middle School Smithville, Tennessee | Highland Oaks Middle Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 307 | #266 of 307 |
| National rank | #12632 of 15,369 | #15311 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 16% |
| city | Smithville | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeKalb Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 5.1).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 16%).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •Highland Oaks Middle is the larger school with 537 students compared with 534.
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 DeKalb Middle School better than Highland Oaks Middle?
On the Success Index (US), DeKalb Middle School ranks higher (26.2 vs 5.1 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 DeKalb Middle School and Highland Oaks Middle?
About 374 km in a straight line, between Smithville and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb Middle School: 534. Highland Oaks Middle: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb Middle School and Highland Oaks Middle rank in Tennessee?
DeKalb Middle School is 157th of 307 and Highland Oaks Middle is 266th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).