Hardin Valley Academy vs Karns High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardin Valley Academy
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,916 students
Karns High School
Knoxville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,365 students
| Measure | Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville, Tennessee | Karns High School Knoxville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 321 | #223 of 321 |
| National rank | #9955 of 16,910 | #16039 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,916 | 1,365 |
| Enrollment | 1,916 | 1,365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 7% |
| city | Knoxville | Knoxville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin Valley Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.0 vs 15.1).
- •Hardin Valley Academy does better on math proficiency (29% vs 7%).
- •Hardin Valley Academy does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Hardin Valley Academy is the larger school with 1,916 students compared with 1,365.
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 Hardin Valley Academy better than Karns High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin Valley Academy ranks higher (44.0 vs 15.1 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 Hardin Valley Academy and Karns High School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Knoxville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin Valley Academy: 1,916. Karns High School: 1,365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin Valley Academy and Karns High School rank in Tennessee?
Hardin Valley Academy is 45th of 321 and Karns High School is 223rd of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).