Knox Central High School vs McCreary Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Knox Central High School
Barbourville · Public high · Grades 9–12
720 students
McCreary Central High School
Stearns · Public high · Grades 9–12
711 students
| Measure | Knox Central High School Barbourville, Kentucky | McCreary Central High School Stearns, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 214 | #172 of 214 |
| National rank | #12981 of 16,910 | #13368 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 720 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 720 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Barbourville | Stearns |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Knox Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 29.9).
- •Knox Central High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •McCreary Central High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Knox Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 77.6%).
- •Knox Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.8).
- •Knox Central High School is the larger school with 720 students compared with 711.
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 Knox Central High School better than McCreary Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Knox Central High School ranks higher (31.6 vs 29.9 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 Knox Central High School and McCreary Central High School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Barbourville and Stearns in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Knox Central High School: 720. McCreary Central High School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Knox Central High School and McCreary Central High School rank in Kentucky?
Knox Central High School is 160th of 214 and McCreary Central High School is 172nd of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).