For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 652 students in Stanton, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in Stanton, KY are Powell County Academy and Powell County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanton, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Stanton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Stanton, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Powell County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Stanton, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Powell County Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
642 Rose Way
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Powell County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Grades: 9-12
| 614 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Stanton, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in Stanton, KY include Powell County Academy and Powell County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Stanton?
2 public high schools are located in Stanton.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanton?
Stanton public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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