Central Hardin High School vs Henderson 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.
Central Hardin High School
Cecilia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,831 students
Henderson County High School
Henderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,852 students
| Measure | Central Hardin High School Cecilia, Kentucky | Henderson County High School Henderson, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 214 | #59 of 214 |
| National rank | #9077 of 16,910 | #9185 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,831 | 1,852 |
| Enrollment | 1,831 | 1,852 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 43.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 39% |
| city | Cecilia | Henderson |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.4 vs 47.0).
- •Central Hardin High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •Central Hardin High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Central Hardin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 43.6%).
- •Henderson County High School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 19.5).
- •Henderson County High School is the larger school with 1,852 students compared with 1,831.
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 Central Hardin High School better than Henderson County 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 Central Hardin High School and Henderson County High School?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Cecilia and Henderson in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Hardin High School: 1,831. Henderson County High School: 1,852. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Hardin High School and Henderson County High School rank in Kentucky?
Central Hardin High School is 54th of 214 and Henderson County High School is 59th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).