Anderson County High School vs Martha Layne Collins High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 39 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
Martha Layne Collins High School
Shelbyville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,157 students
| Measure | Anderson County High School Lawrenceburg, Kentucky | Martha Layne Collins High School Shelbyville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #70 of 214 | #103 of 214 |
| National rank | #9774 of 16,910 | #10917 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,157 | 1,157 |
| Enrollment | 1,157 | 1,157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 28% |
| city | Lawrenceburg | Shelbyville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Anderson County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 40.2).
- •Anderson County High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 28%).
- •Anderson County High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Martha Layne Collins High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 44.2%).
- •Anderson County High School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 18.7).
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 Martha Layne Collins High School?
On the Success Index (US), Anderson County High School ranks higher (44.6 vs 40.2 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 Martha Layne Collins High School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Lawrenceburg and Shelbyville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson County High School: 1,157. Martha Layne Collins High School: 1,157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson County High School and Martha Layne Collins High School rank in Kentucky?
Anderson County High School is 70th of 214 and Martha Layne Collins High School is 103rd of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).