Carroll County High School vs Powell County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carroll County High School
Carrollton · Public high · Grades 9–12
578 students
Powell County High School
Stanton · Public high · Grades 9–12
580 students
| Measure | Carroll County High School Carrollton, Kentucky | Powell County High School Stanton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 214 | #181 of 214 |
| National rank | #14438 of 16,910 | #13789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 578 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Carrollton | Stanton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powell County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 24.7).
- •Powell County High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Carroll County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 61.6%).
- •Powell County High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 20.6).
- •Powell County High School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 578.
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 Carroll County High School better than Powell County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Powell County High School ranks higher (27.9 vs 24.7 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 Carroll County High School and Powell County High School?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Stanton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carroll County High School: 578. Powell County High School: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carroll County High School and Powell County High School rank in Kentucky?
Carroll County High School is 196th of 214 and Powell County High School is 181st of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).