Johnson Central High School vs Paintsville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson Central High School
Paintsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
888 students
Paintsville High School
Paintsville · Public high · Grades 7–12
318 students
| Measure | Johnson Central High School Paintsville, Kentucky | Paintsville High School Paintsville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 214 | #10 of 214 |
| National rank | #11457 of 16,910 | #4333 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 888 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 888 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 52% |
| city | Paintsville | Paintsville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paintsville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 38.0).
- •Paintsville High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 26%).
- •Paintsville High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 40%).
- •Paintsville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 56.5%).
- •Paintsville High School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.3).
- •Johnson Central High School is the larger school with 888 students compared with 318.
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 Johnson Central High School better than Paintsville High School?
On the Success Index (US), Paintsville High School ranks higher (65.8 vs 38.0 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 Johnson Central High School and Paintsville High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Paintsville and Paintsville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson Central High School: 888. Paintsville High School: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson Central High School and Paintsville High School rank in Kentucky?
Johnson Central High School is 125th of 214 and Paintsville High School is 10th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).