Boyd County High School vs Johnson Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 62 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boyd County High School
Ashland · Public high · Grades 9–12
888 students
Johnson Central High School
Paintsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
888 students
| Measure | Boyd County High School Ashland, Kentucky | Johnson Central High School Paintsville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 214 | #125 of 214 |
| National rank | #11294 of 16,910 | #11457 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 888 | 888 |
| Enrollment | 888 | 888 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| city | Ashland | Paintsville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.6 vs 38.0).
- •Boyd County High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Boyd County High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Boyd County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.8% vs 56.5%).
- •Johnson Central High School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 16.1).
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 Boyd County High School better than Johnson Central High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Boyd County High School and Johnson Central High School?
About 62 km in a straight line, between Ashland and Paintsville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boyd County High School: 888. Johnson Central High School: 888. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boyd County High School and Johnson Central High School rank in Kentucky?
Boyd County High School is 118th of 214 and Johnson Central High School is 125th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).