Middle Tennessee high school named the best in the U.S.
Key Points:
- Central Magnet High School in Rutherford County, Middle Tennessee, has been ranked the No. 1 high school in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report, based on state assessment performance and college-readiness.
- Since opening in 2010, Central Magnet has consistently ranked among the top high schools nationally, moving up from No. 3 last year to the top spot this year.
- Rutherford County Schools highlighted that eight of the top 25% high schools in Tennessee are located in the county, including Central Magnet and seven others.
- School leaders expressed pride and honor in the recognition, emphasizing the school's commitment to academic excellence, extracurricular engagement, and community impact.