DeKalb Middle School vs Red Bank Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 107 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
Red Bank Middle School
Chattanooga · Public middle · Grades 6–8
533 students
| Measure | DeKalb Middle School Smithville, Tennessee | Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 307 | #177 of 307 |
| National rank | #12632 of 15,369 | #13288 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 35% |
| city | Smithville | Chattanooga |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeKalb Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 22.7).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 25%).
- •DeKalb Middle School is the larger school with 534 students compared with 533.
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 Red Bank Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), DeKalb Middle School ranks higher (26.2 vs 22.7 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 DeKalb Middle School and Red Bank Middle School?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Smithville and Chattanooga in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb Middle School: 534. Red Bank Middle School: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb Middle School and Red Bank Middle School rank in Tennessee?
DeKalb Middle School is 157th of 307 and Red Bank Middle School is 177th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).