Barret Traditional Middle vs Highland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barret Traditional Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
579 students
Highland Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
639 students
| Measure | Barret Traditional Middle Louisville, Kentucky | Highland Middle Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #9 of 217 | #155 of 217 |
| National rank | #2003 of 15,369 | #7980 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 579 | 639 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 639 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 26% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barret Traditional Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 48.5).
- •Barret Traditional Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 26%).
- •Barret Traditional Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 57%).
- •Barret Traditional Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 56%).
- •Highland Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.5).
- •Highland Middle is the larger school with 639 students compared with 579.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Barret Traditional Middle better than Highland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Barret Traditional Middle ranks higher (76.9 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 Barret Traditional Middle and Highland Middle?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barret Traditional Middle: 579. Highland Middle: 639. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barret Traditional Middle and Highland Middle rank in Kentucky?
Barret Traditional Middle is 9th of 217 and Highland Middle is 155th of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).