Clinton County High School vs Nicholas County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 203 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clinton County High School
Albany · Public high · Grades 9–12
434 students
Nicholas County High School
Carlisle · Public high · Grades 7–12
435 students
| Measure | Clinton County High School Albany, Kentucky | Nicholas County High School Carlisle, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 214 | #92 of 214 |
| National rank | #12902 of 16,910 | #10528 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 434 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 57.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 40% |
| city | Albany | Carlisle |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholas County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 31.9).
- •Nicholas County High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 22%).
- •Nicholas County High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 37%).
- •Nicholas County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.2% vs 67.1%).
- •Clinton County High School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 18.1).
- •Nicholas County High School is the larger school with 435 students compared with 434.
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 Clinton County High School better than Nicholas County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Nicholas County High School ranks higher (41.8 vs 31.9 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 Clinton County High School and Nicholas County High School?
About 203 km in a straight line, between Albany and Carlisle in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clinton County High School: 434. Nicholas County High School: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clinton County High School and Nicholas County High School rank in Kentucky?
Clinton County High School is 157th of 214 and Nicholas County High School is 92nd of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).