Franklin-Simpson High School vs Western Hills High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 218 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin-Simpson High School
Franklin · Public high · Grades 9–12
830 students
Western Hills High School
Frankfort · Public high · Grades 9–12
827 students
| Measure | Franklin-Simpson High School Franklin, Kentucky | Western Hills High School Frankfort, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 214 | #65 of 214 |
| National rank | #8382 of 16,910 | #9519 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 830 | 827 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 47.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| city | Franklin | Frankfort |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin-Simpson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 45.8).
- •Franklin-Simpson High School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Franklin-Simpson High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Western Hills High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.6% vs 59.2%).
- •Franklin-Simpson High School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.6).
- •Franklin-Simpson High School is the larger school with 830 students compared with 827.
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 Franklin-Simpson High School better than Western Hills High School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin-Simpson High School ranks higher (50.0 vs 45.8 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 Franklin-Simpson High School and Western Hills High School?
About 218 km in a straight line, between Franklin and Frankfort in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin-Simpson High School: 830. Western Hills High School: 827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin-Simpson High School and Western Hills High School rank in Kentucky?
Franklin-Simpson High School is 43rd of 214 and Western Hills High School is 65th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).