Marion C. Moore School vs Southern High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.0 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
Southern High
Louisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,725 students
| Measure | Marion C. Moore School Louisville, Kentucky | Southern High Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 214 | #212 of 214 |
| National rank | #13888 of 16,910 | #15676 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,892 | 1,725 |
| Enrollment | 1,892 | 1,725 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion C. Moore School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 17.6).
- •Marion C. Moore School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Marion C. Moore School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 19%).
- •Southern High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 67.7%).
- •Marion C. Moore School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 17.6).
- •Marion C. Moore School is the larger school with 1,892 students compared with 1,725.
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 Southern High?
On the Success Index (US), Marion C. Moore School ranks higher (27.4 vs 17.6 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 Southern High?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion C. Moore School: 1,892. Southern High: 1,725. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion C. Moore School and Southern High rank in Kentucky?
Marion C. Moore School is 185th of 214 and Southern High is 212th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).