Barren County High School vs Glasgow High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barren County High School
Glasgow · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,220 students
Glasgow High School
Glasgow · Public high · Grades 9–12
608 students
| Measure | Barren County High School Glasgow, Kentucky | Glasgow High School Glasgow, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #115 of 214 | #46 of 214 |
| National rank | #11202 of 16,910 | #8425 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,220 | 608 |
| Enrollment | 1,220 | 608 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 61% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 52% |
| city | Glasgow | Glasgow |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glasgow High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.8 vs 38.9).
- •Glasgow High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 31%).
- •Glasgow High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Barren County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 61%).
- •Barren County High School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.0).
- •Barren County High School is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 608.
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 Barren County High School better than Glasgow High School?
On the Success Index (US), Glasgow High School ranks higher (49.8 vs 38.9 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 Barren County High School and Glasgow High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Glasgow and Glasgow in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barren County High School: 1,220. Glasgow High School: 608. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barren County High School and Glasgow High School rank in Kentucky?
Barren County High School is 115th of 214 and Glasgow High School is 46th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).