Paul Laurence Dunbar High School vs Woodford County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,828 students
Woodford County High School
Versailles · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,223 students
| Measure | Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Lexington, Kentucky | Woodford County High School Versailles, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #18 of 214 | #21 of 214 |
| National rank | #5727 of 16,910 | #5992 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,828 | 1,223 |
| Enrollment | 1,828 | 1,223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.6% | 41.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 54% |
| city | Lexington | Versailles |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.3 vs 59.3).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 41.9%).
- •Woodford County High School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.7).
- •Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is the larger school with 1,828 students compared with 1,223.
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 Paul Laurence Dunbar High School better than Woodford County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Paul Laurence Dunbar High School ranks higher (60.3 vs 59.3 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 Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and Woodford County High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Versailles in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School: 1,828. Woodford County High School: 1,223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and Woodford County High School rank in Kentucky?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 18th of 214 and Woodford County High School is 21st of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).