McCreary Central High School vs McCreary County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 301 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCreary Central High School
Stearns · Public high · Grades 9–12
711 students
McCreary County Middle School
Stearns · Public middle · Grades 6–8
633 students
| Measure | McCreary Central High School Stearns, Kentucky | McCreary County Middle School Stearns, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 214 | #177 of 217 |
| National rank | #13368 of 16,910 | #8852 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 711 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 711 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 39% |
| city | Stearns | Stearns |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCreary County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 29.9).
- •McCreary County Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 22%).
- •McCreary County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •McCreary Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 80.1%).
- •McCreary Central High School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 633.
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 McCreary Central High School better than McCreary County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McCreary County Middle School ranks higher (44.4 vs 29.9 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 McCreary Central High School and McCreary County Middle School?
About 301 m in a straight line, between Stearns and Stearns in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCreary Central High School: 711. McCreary County Middle School: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCreary Central High School and McCreary County Middle School rank in Kentucky?
McCreary Central High School is 172nd of 214 and McCreary County Middle School is 177th of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).