Atherton High vs Highland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atherton High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,466 students
Highland Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
639 students
| Measure | Atherton High Louisville, Kentucky | Highland Middle Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #9 of 214 | #155 of 217 |
| National rank | #4279 of 16,910 | #7980 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,466 | 639 |
| Enrollment | 1,466 | 639 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.1% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 26% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Atherton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.0 vs 48.5).
- •Atherton High does better on math proficiency (60% vs 26%).
- •Atherton High does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 57%).
- •Atherton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 56%).
- •Highland Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 18.3).
- •Atherton High is the larger school with 1,466 students compared with 639.
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 Atherton High better than Highland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Atherton High ranks higher (66.0 vs 48.5 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 Atherton High and Highland Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atherton High: 1,466. Highland Middle: 639. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atherton High and Highland Middle rank in Kentucky?
Atherton High is 9th of 214 and Highland Middle is 155th of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).