Macon County High School vs Red Boiling Springs School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Tennessee, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macon County High School
Lafayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
964 students
Red Boiling Springs School
Red Boiling Spg · Public high · Grades 6–12
328 students
| Measure | Macon County High School Lafayette, Tennessee | Red Boiling Springs School Red Boiling Spg, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #225 of 321 | #253 of 321 |
| National rank | #16098 of 16,910 | #16523 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 964 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 964 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Lafayette | Red Boiling Spg |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Macon County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.7 vs 11.1).
- •Red Boiling Springs School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Macon County High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Macon County High School is the larger school with 964 students compared with 328.
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 Macon County High School better than Red Boiling Springs School?
On the Success Index (US), Macon County High School ranks higher (14.7 vs 11.1 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 Macon County High School and Red Boiling Springs School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Red Boiling Spg in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macon County High School: 964. Red Boiling Springs School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macon County High School and Red Boiling Springs School rank in Tennessee?
Macon County High School is 225th of 321 and Red Boiling Springs School is 253rd of 321 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).