Harlan High School vs Sunshine School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 231 m 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
Sunshine School
Harlan · Public other · Grades PK–PK
110 students
| Measure | Harlan High School Harlan, Kentucky | Sunshine School Harlan, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #34 of 214 | – |
| National rank | #7669 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 455 | 110 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 110 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 110.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | – |
| Math proficiency | 51% | – |
| city | Harlan | Harlan |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunshine School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 54.9%).
- •Harlan High School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 110.0).
- •Harlan High School is the larger school with 455 students compared with 110.
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 Sunshine School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harlan High School and Sunshine School?
About 231 m in a straight line, between Harlan and Harlan in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harlan High School: 455. Sunshine School: 110. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harlan High School and Sunshine School rank in Kentucky?
Harlan High School is 34th of 214 and Sunshine School is unranked among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).