Jackson County High School vs Owen County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 141 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson County High School
McKee · Public high · Grades 9–12
536 students
Owen County High School
Owenton · Public high · Grades 9–12
531 students
| Measure | Jackson County High School McKee, Kentucky | Owen County High School Owenton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 214 | #188 of 214 |
| National rank | #12568 of 16,910 | #14022 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 536 | 531 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 531 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 55.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | McKee | Owenton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.4 vs 26.8).
- •Jackson County High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Jackson County High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Owen County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.9% vs 65.9%).
- •Jackson County High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.7).
- •Jackson County High School is the larger school with 536 students compared with 531.
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 Jackson County High School better than Owen County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson County High School ranks higher (33.4 vs 26.8 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 Jackson County High School and Owen County High School?
About 141 km in a straight line, between McKee and Owenton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson County High School: 536. Owen County High School: 531. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson County High School and Owen County High School rank in Kentucky?
Jackson County High School is 153rd of 214 and Owen County High School is 188th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).