Powell County High School vs Stanton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.2 km 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
Stanton Elementary School
Stanton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
322 students
| Measure | Powell County High School Stanton, Kentucky | Stanton Elementary School Stanton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #181 of 214 | #458 of 707 |
| National rank | #13789 of 16,910 | #27185 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 580 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 67.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | Stanton | Stanton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stanton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 27.9).
- •Stanton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Stanton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Powell County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 67.1%).
- •Stanton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.3).
- •Powell County High School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 322.
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 Stanton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Stanton Elementary School ranks higher (47.0 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 Stanton Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Stanton and Stanton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powell County High School: 580. Stanton Elementary School: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powell County High School and Stanton Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Powell County High School is 181st of 214 and Stanton Elementary School is 458th of 707 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).