Anderson County High School vs Emma B. Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson County High School
Lawrenceburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,157 students
Emma B. Ward Elementary School
Lawrenceburg · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
452 students
| Measure | Anderson County High School Lawrenceburg, Kentucky | Emma B. Ward Elementary School Lawrenceburg, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 214 | #299 of 707 |
| National rank | #9774 of 16,910 | #21314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 1,157 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 1,157 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| city | Lawrenceburg | Lawrenceburg |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emma B. Ward Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 44.6).
- •Emma B. Ward Elementary School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Emma B. Ward Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Anderson County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.2% vs 53.1%).
- •Emma B. Ward Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 18.1).
- •Anderson County High School is the larger school with 1,157 students compared with 452.
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 Anderson County High School better than Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Emma B. Ward Elementary School ranks higher (55.5 vs 44.6 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 Anderson County High School and Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Lawrenceburg and Lawrenceburg in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson County High School: 1,157. Emma B. Ward Elementary School: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson County High School and Emma B. Ward Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Anderson County High School is 70th of 214 and Emma B. Ward Elementary School is 299th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).