Doss High vs Madison Southern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 148 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Doss High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,235 students
Madison Southern High School
Berea · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,224 students
| Measure | Doss High Louisville, Kentucky | Madison Southern High School Berea, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 214 | #60 of 214 |
| National rank | #15997 of 16,910 | #9292 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,235 | 1,224 |
| Enrollment | 1,235 | 1,224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 47.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 42% |
| city | Louisville | Berea |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison Southern High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 15.4).
- •Madison Southern High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 8%).
- •Madison Southern High School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 13%).
- •Madison Southern High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.5% vs 70%).
- •Doss High does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.3).
- •Doss High is the larger school with 1,235 students compared with 1,224.
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 Doss High better than Madison Southern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison Southern High School ranks higher (46.6 vs 15.4 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 Doss High and Madison Southern High School?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Berea in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Doss High: 1,235. Madison Southern High School: 1,224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Doss High and Madison Southern High School rank in Kentucky?
Doss High is 213th of 214 and Madison Southern High School is 60th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).