Farnsley Middle vs Western High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farnsley Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
919 students
Western High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
409 students
| Measure | Farnsley Middle Louisville, Kentucky | Western High Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 217 | #210 of 214 |
| National rank | #7783 of 15,369 | #15235 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 919 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 919 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.7% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 7.5% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Farnsley Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 20.2).
- •Farnsley Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 7.5%).
- •Farnsley Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 17%).
- •Farnsley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.7% vs 73.1%).
- •Western High does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 16.7).
- •Farnsley Middle is the larger school with 919 students compared with 409.
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 Farnsley Middle better than Western High?
On the Success Index (US), Farnsley Middle ranks higher (49.3 vs 20.2 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 Farnsley Middle and Western High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farnsley Middle: 919. Western High: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farnsley Middle and Western High rank in Kentucky?
Farnsley Middle is 150th of 217 and Western High is 210th of 214 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).