Harlan High School vs Leslie County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlan High School
Harlan · Public high · Grades 5–12
455 students
Leslie County High School
Hyden · Public high · Grades 9–12
455 students
| Measure | Harlan High School Harlan, Kentucky | Leslie County High School Hyden, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 214 | #128 of 214 |
| National rank | #7669 of 16,910 | #11616 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 68.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 32% |
| city | Harlan | Hyden |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harlan High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.7 vs 37.4).
- •Harlan High School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 32%).
- •Harlan High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •Harlan High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 68.1%).
- •Leslie County High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.5).
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 Harlan High School better than Leslie County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Harlan High School ranks higher (52.7 vs 37.4 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 Harlan High School and Leslie County High School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Harlan and Hyden in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harlan High School: 455. Leslie County High School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harlan High School and Leslie County High School rank in Kentucky?
Harlan High School is 34th of 214 and Leslie County High School is 128th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).