Powell County High School vs Powell County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 133 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Powell County High School
Stanton · Public high · Grades 9–12
580 students
Powell County Middle School
Stanton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
418 students
| Measure | Powell County High School Stanton, Kentucky | Powell County Middle School Stanton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #181 of 214 | #165 of 217 |
| National rank | #13789 of 16,910 | #8411 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 580 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 66.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Stanton | Stanton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Powell County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 27.9).
- •Powell County Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Powell County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 32%).
- •Powell County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 66.3%).
- •Powell County High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 18.2).
- •Powell County High School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 418.
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 Powell County High School better than Powell County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Powell County Middle School ranks higher (46.5 vs 27.9 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 Powell County High School and Powell County Middle School?
About 133 m in a straight line, between Stanton and Stanton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powell County High School: 580. Powell County Middle School: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powell County High School and Powell County Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Powell County High School is 181st of 214 and Powell County Middle School is 165th of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).