Lewis County High School vs Powell County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis County High School
Vanceburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
568 students
Powell County High School
Stanton · Public high · Grades 9–12
580 students
| Measure | Lewis County High School Vanceburg, Kentucky | Powell County High School Stanton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #190 of 214 | #181 of 214 |
| National rank | #14147 of 16,910 | #13789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 568 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.5% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Vanceburg | Stanton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powell County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 26.2).
- •Lewis County High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Lewis County High School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Powell County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 69.5%).
- •Powell County High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 20.3).
- •Powell County High School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 568.
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 Lewis County High School better than Powell County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Powell County High School ranks higher (27.9 vs 26.2 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 Lewis County High School and Powell County High School?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Vanceburg and Stanton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis County High School: 568. Powell County High School: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis County High School and Powell County High School rank in Kentucky?
Lewis County High School is 190th of 214 and Powell County High School is 181st of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).