Donelson Middle vs McGavock High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donelson Middle
Nashville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
434 students
McGavock High
Nashville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,844 students
| Measure | Donelson Middle Nashville, Tennessee | McGavock High Nashville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 3 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #258 of 307 | #303 of 321 |
| National rank | #15293 of 15,369 | #16868 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 434 | 1,844 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 1,844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 5% |
| city | Nashville | Nashville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donelson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (6.2 vs 2.9).
- •Donelson Middle does better on math proficiency (16% vs 5%).
- •Donelson Middle does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •McGavock High is the larger school with 1,844 students compared with 434.
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 Donelson Middle better than McGavock High?
On the Success Index (US), Donelson Middle ranks higher (6.2 vs 2.9 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 Donelson Middle and McGavock High?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Nashville and Nashville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donelson Middle: 434. McGavock High: 1,844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donelson Middle and McGavock High rank in Tennessee?
Donelson Middle is 258th of 307 and McGavock High is 303rd of 321 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).