Dayton High School vs East Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 272 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dayton High School
Dayton · Public high · Grades 7–12
358 students
East Ridge High School
Lick Creek · Public high · Grades 9–12
360 students
| Measure | Dayton High School Dayton, Kentucky | East Ridge High School Lick Creek, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #88 of 214 | #192 of 214 |
| National rank | #10466 of 16,910 | #14362 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 358 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 76.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| city | Dayton | Lick Creek |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dayton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.0 vs 25.1).
- •Dayton High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Dayton High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •East Ridge High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 85.8%).
- •Dayton High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.8).
- •East Ridge High School is the larger school with 360 students compared with 358.
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 Dayton High School better than East Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Dayton High School ranks higher (42.0 vs 25.1 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 Dayton High School and East Ridge High School?
About 272 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Lick Creek in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dayton High School: 358. East Ridge High School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dayton High School and East Ridge High School rank in Kentucky?
Dayton High School is 88th of 214 and East Ridge High School is 192nd of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).