Barren County High School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.8 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
Highland Elementary School
Glasgow · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
| Measure | Barren County High School Glasgow, Kentucky | Highland Elementary School Glasgow, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #115 of 214 | #425 of 707 |
| National rank | #11202 of 16,910 | #25952 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,220 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 1,220 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 62.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 46% |
| city | Glasgow | Glasgow |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 38.9).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 31%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 41%).
- •Barren County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 62.8%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.8).
- •Barren County High School is the larger school with 1,220 students compared with 618.
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 Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (48.8 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 Highland Elementary School?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Glasgow and Glasgow in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barren County High School: 1,220. Highland Elementary School: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barren County High School and Highland Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Barren County High School is 115th of 214 and Highland Elementary School is 425th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).