Bullitt Central High School vs Butler Traditional High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bullitt Central High School
Shepherdsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,293 students
Butler Traditional High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,290 students
| Measure | Bullitt Central High School Shepherdsville, Kentucky | Butler Traditional High Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 214 | #156 of 214 |
| National rank | #13473 of 16,910 | #12855 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,293 | 1,290 |
| Enrollment | 1,293 | 1,290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.2% | 65.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| city | Shepherdsville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Butler Traditional High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.1 vs 29.3).
- •Butler Traditional High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Butler Traditional High does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Bullitt Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.2% vs 65.3%).
- •Bullitt Central High School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.5).
- •Bullitt Central High School is the larger school with 1,293 students compared with 1,290.
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 Bullitt Central High School better than Butler Traditional High?
On the Success Index (US), Butler Traditional High ranks higher (32.1 vs 29.3 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 Bullitt Central High School and Butler Traditional High?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Shepherdsville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bullitt Central High School: 1,293. Butler Traditional High: 1,290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bullitt Central High School and Butler Traditional High rank in Kentucky?
Bullitt Central High School is 174th of 214 and Butler Traditional High is 156th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).