Magoffin County High School vs South Magoffin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 9.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magoffin County High School
Salyersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
538 students
South Magoffin Elementary
Salyersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
208 students
| Measure | Magoffin County High School Salyersville, Kentucky | South Magoffin Elementary Salyersville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 214 | #435 of 707 |
| National rank | #13726 of 16,910 | #26120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 538 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Salyersville | Salyersville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Magoffin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.6 vs 28.2).
- •South Magoffin Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •South Magoffin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 32%).
- •Magoffin County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 77.9%).
- •Magoffin County High School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 17.3).
- •Magoffin County High School is the larger school with 538 students compared with 208.
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 Magoffin County High School better than South Magoffin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Magoffin Elementary ranks higher (48.6 vs 28.2 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 Magoffin County High School and South Magoffin Elementary?
About 9.4 km in a straight line, between Salyersville and Salyersville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magoffin County High School: 538. South Magoffin Elementary: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magoffin County High School and South Magoffin Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Magoffin County High School is 180th of 214 and South Magoffin Elementary is 435th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).