Cumberland County High School vs Lyon County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 244 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cumberland County High School
Burkesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
290 students
Lyon County High School
Eddyville · Public high · Grades 9–12
292 students
| Measure | Cumberland County High School Burkesville, Kentucky | Lyon County High School Eddyville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 214 | #79 of 214 |
| National rank | #13017 of 16,910 | #10228 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 290 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 45.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44.5% |
| city | Burkesville | Eddyville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyon County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 31.4).
- •Lyon County High School does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 32%).
- •Cumberland County High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34.5%).
- •Lyon County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 74.5%).
- •Cumberland County High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.2).
- •Lyon County High School is the larger school with 292 students compared with 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 Cumberland County High School better than Lyon County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lyon County High School ranks higher (42.9 vs 31.4 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 Cumberland County High School and Lyon County High School?
About 244 km in a straight line, between Burkesville and Eddyville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cumberland County High School: 290. Lyon County High School: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cumberland County High School and Lyon County High School rank in Kentucky?
Cumberland County High School is 162nd of 214 and Lyon County High School is 79th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).