Larry A. Ryle High School vs Shirley Mann Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 588 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Larry A. Ryle High School
Union · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,077 students
Shirley Mann Elementary School
Union · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
710 students
| Measure | Larry A. Ryle High School Union, Kentucky | Shirley Mann Elementary School Union, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #11 of 214 | #13 of 707 |
| National rank | #4960 of 16,910 | #4731 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,077 | 710 |
| Enrollment | 2,077 | 710 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 20.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 71% |
| city | Union | Union |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shirley Mann Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 63.3).
- •Shirley Mann Elementary School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •Shirley Mann Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 62%).
- •Shirley Mann Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 34.3%).
- •Shirley Mann Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 18.7).
- •Larry A. Ryle High School is the larger school with 2,077 students compared with 710.
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 Larry A. Ryle High School better than Shirley Mann Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Shirley Mann Elementary School ranks higher (80.5 vs 63.3 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 Larry A. Ryle High School and Shirley Mann Elementary School?
About 588 m in a straight line, between Union and Union in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Larry A. Ryle High School: 2,077. Shirley Mann Elementary School: 710. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Larry A. Ryle High School and Shirley Mann Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Larry A. Ryle High School is 11th of 214 and Shirley Mann Elementary School is 13th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).