Marshall County High School vs Southwestern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 327 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall County High School
Benton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,201 students
Southwestern High School
Somerset · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,213 students
| Measure | Marshall County High School Benton, Kentucky | Southwestern High School Somerset, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #87 of 214 | #83 of 214 |
| National rank | #10443 of 16,910 | #10321 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,201 | 1,213 |
| Enrollment | 1,201 | 1,213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 61.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 46% |
| city | Benton | Somerset |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (42.1 vs 42.6).
- •Southwestern High School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 35%).
- •Marshall County High School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 44%).
- •Marshall County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 61.2%).
- •Southwestern High School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 19.1).
- •Southwestern High School is the larger school with 1,213 students compared with 1,201.
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 Marshall County High School better than Southwestern High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Marshall County High School and Southwestern High School?
About 327 km in a straight line, between Benton and Somerset in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall County High School: 1,201. Southwestern High School: 1,213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall County High School and Southwestern High School rank in Kentucky?
Marshall County High School is 87th of 214 and Southwestern High School is 83rd of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).