Pulaski County High School vs South Laurel High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kentucky, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pulaski County High School
Somerset · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,113 students
South Laurel High School
London · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,119 students
| Measure | Pulaski County High School Somerset, Kentucky | South Laurel High School London, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #62 of 214 | #68 of 214 |
| National rank | #9414 of 16,910 | #9718 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,113 | 1,119 |
| Enrollment | 1,113 | 1,119 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 44% |
| city | Somerset | London |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pulaski County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 44.9).
- •South Laurel High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 40%).
- •South Laurel High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 49%).
- •Pulaski County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 66.1%).
- •Pulaski County High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 20.0).
- •South Laurel High School is the larger school with 1,119 students compared with 1,113.
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 Pulaski County High School better than South Laurel High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pulaski County High School ranks higher (46.2 vs 44.9 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 Pulaski County High School and South Laurel High School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Somerset and London in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pulaski County High School: 1,113. South Laurel High School: 1,119. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pulaski County High School and South Laurel High School rank in Kentucky?
Pulaski County High School is 62nd of 214 and South Laurel High School is 68th of 214 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).