Dresden High School vs Whitwell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 308 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dresden High School
Dresden · Public high · Grades 9–12
301 students
Whitwell High School
Whitwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
298 students
| Measure | Dresden High School Dresden, Tennessee | Whitwell High School Whitwell, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #273 of 321 | #228 of 321 |
| National rank | #16766 of 16,910 | #16138 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 301 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 301 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Dresden | Whitwell |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whitwell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 7.2).
- •Whitwell High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24.5%).
- •Dresden High School is the larger school with 301 students compared with 298.
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 Dresden High School better than Whitwell High School?
On the Success Index (US), Whitwell High School ranks higher (14.5 vs 7.2 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 Dresden High School and Whitwell High School?
About 308 km in a straight line, between Dresden and Whitwell in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dresden High School: 301. Whitwell High School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dresden High School and Whitwell High School rank in Tennessee?
Dresden High School is 273rd of 321 and Whitwell High School is 228th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).