Marion C. Moore School vs Simon Kenton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion C. Moore School
Louisville · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,892 students
Simon Kenton High School
Independence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,893 students
| Measure | Marion C. Moore School Louisville, Kentucky | Simon Kenton High School Independence, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 214 | #30 of 214 |
| National rank | #13888 of 16,910 | #7248 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,892 | 1,893 |
| Enrollment | 1,892 | 1,893 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 38.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 53% |
| city | Louisville | Independence |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simon Kenton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 27.4).
- •Simon Kenton High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 17%).
- •Simon Kenton High School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 36%).
- •Simon Kenton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 67.7%).
- •Marion C. Moore School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 23.7).
- •Simon Kenton High School is the larger school with 1,893 students compared with 1,892.
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 Marion C. Moore School better than Simon Kenton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Simon Kenton High School ranks higher (54.3 vs 27.4 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 Marion C. Moore School and Simon Kenton High School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Independence in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion C. Moore School: 1,892. Simon Kenton High School: 1,893. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion C. Moore School and Simon Kenton High School rank in Kentucky?
Marion C. Moore School is 185th of 214 and Simon Kenton High School is 30th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).