East Ridge Middle School vs Hixson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Ridge Middle School
Chattanooga · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
Hixson Middle School
Hixson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
| Measure | East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga, Tennessee | Hixson Middle School Hixson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #249 of 307 | #132 of 307 |
| National rank | #15200 of 15,369 | #11850 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 591 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 39% |
| city | Chattanooga | Hixson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hixson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 8.5).
- •Hixson Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 21%).
- •Hixson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 17%).
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 East Ridge Middle School better than Hixson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hixson Middle School ranks higher (30.4 vs 8.5 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 East Ridge Middle School and Hixson Middle School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Chattanooga and Hixson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Ridge Middle School: 591. Hixson Middle School: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Ridge Middle School and Hixson Middle School rank in Tennessee?
East Ridge Middle School is 249th of 307 and Hixson Middle School is 132nd of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).