Ballard High vs Lafayette High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ballard High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,148 students
Lafayette High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,370 students
| Measure | Ballard High Louisville, Kentucky | Lafayette High School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #26 of 214 | #13 of 214 |
| National rank | #6663 of 16,910 | #5135 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,148 | 2,370 |
| Enrollment | 2,148 | 2,370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.1% | 33.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 55% |
| city | Louisville | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 56.5).
- •Lafayette High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 51%).
- •Lafayette High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 55%).
- •Lafayette High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.1% vs 36.1%).
- •Lafayette High School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 19.2).
- •Lafayette High School is the larger school with 2,370 students compared with 2,148.
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 Ballard High better than Lafayette High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette High School ranks higher (62.6 vs 56.5 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 Ballard High and Lafayette High School?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ballard High: 2,148. Lafayette High School: 2,370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ballard High and Lafayette High School rank in Kentucky?
Ballard High is 26th of 214 and Lafayette High School is 13th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).