DeKalb Middle School vs T. W. Hunter Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 82 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
T. W. Hunter Middle School
Hendersonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
532 students
| Measure | DeKalb Middle School Smithville, Tennessee | T. W. Hunter Middle School Hendersonville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #157 of 307 | #14 of 307 |
| National rank | #12632 of 15,369 | #2066 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 534 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 74% |
| city | Smithville | Hendersonville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •T. W. Hunter Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 26.2).
- •T. W. Hunter Middle School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 38%).
- •T. W. Hunter Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 26%).
- •DeKalb Middle School is the larger school with 534 students compared with 532.
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 T. W. Hunter Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), T. W. Hunter Middle School ranks higher (76.7 vs 26.2 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 T. W. Hunter Middle School?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Smithville and Hendersonville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb Middle School: 534. T. W. Hunter Middle School: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb Middle School and T. W. Hunter Middle School rank in Tennessee?
DeKalb Middle School is 157th of 307 and T. W. Hunter Middle School is 14th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).