Harpeth High School vs South Pittsburg High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harpeth High School
Kingston Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
425 students
South Pittsburg High School
South Pittsburg · Public high · Grades 7–12
416 students
| Measure | Harpeth High School Kingston Springs, Tennessee | South Pittsburg High School South Pittsburg, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 321 | #194 of 321 |
| National rank | #15306 of 16,910 | #15439 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 425 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| city | Kingston Springs | South Pittsburg |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.7 vs 19.0).
- •South Pittsburg High School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Harpeth High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Harpeth High School is the larger school with 425 students compared with 416.
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 Harpeth High School better than South Pittsburg High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harpeth High School and South Pittsburg High School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Kingston Springs and South Pittsburg in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harpeth High School: 425. South Pittsburg High School: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harpeth High School and South Pittsburg High School rank in Tennessee?
Harpeth High School is 187th of 321 and South Pittsburg High School is 194th of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).