Highlands High School vs Ohio County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 281 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands High School
Fort Thomas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,019 students
Ohio County High School
Hartford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,018 students
| Measure | Highlands High School Fort Thomas, Kentucky | Ohio County High School Hartford, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3 of 214 | #135 of 214 |
| National rank | #1429 of 16,910 | #11921 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,019 | 1,018 |
| Enrollment | 1,019 | 1,018 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.7% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 31% |
| city | Fort Thomas | Hartford |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 36.2).
- •Highlands High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 31%).
- •Highlands High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 45%).
- •Highlands High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.7% vs 57.1%).
- •Highlands High School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 17.9).
- •Highlands High School is the larger school with 1,019 students compared with 1,018.
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 Highlands High School better than Ohio County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands High School ranks higher (79.0 vs 36.2 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 Highlands High School and Ohio County High School?
About 281 km in a straight line, between Fort Thomas and Hartford in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands High School: 1,019. Ohio County High School: 1,018. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands High School and Ohio County High School rank in Kentucky?
Highlands High School is 3rd of 214 and Ohio County High School is 135th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).