For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,505 students in Brandenburg, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in Brandenburg, KY are Meade County High School and James R. Allen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brandenburg, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Brandenburg have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Brandenburg, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Meade County High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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 Brandenburg, KY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meade County High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
Gr: 9-12 | 1,468 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
James R. Allen High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
918 Old State Road
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Meade County College And Career Center
Vocational School
110 Greer Street
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
Gr: 8-12
Brandenburg, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brandenburg High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
1155 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7500
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7500
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Brandenburg, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in Brandenburg, KY include Meade County High School and James R. Allen High School.
How many public high schools are located in Brandenburg?
3 public high schools are located in Brandenburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Brandenburg?
Brandenburg public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Brandenburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Brandenburg include: James R. Allen High School vs. Meade County High School, Meade County High School vs. James R. Allen High School
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