Central Hardin High School vs Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 123 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
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,828 students
| Measure | Central Hardin High School Cecilia, Kentucky | Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 214 | #18 of 214 |
| National rank | #9077 of 16,910 | #5727 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,831 | 1,828 |
| Enrollment | 1,831 | 1,828 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 54% |
| city | Cecilia | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.3 vs 47.4).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 40%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Central Hardin High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 40.6%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 19.5).
- •Central Hardin High School is the larger school with 1,831 students compared with 1,828.
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 Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?
On the Success Index (US), Paul Laurence Dunbar High School ranks higher (60.3 vs 47.4 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 Central Hardin High School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Cecilia and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Hardin High School: 1,831. Paul Laurence Dunbar High School: 1,828. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Hardin High School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School rank in Kentucky?
Central Hardin High School is 54th of 214 and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 18th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).