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Best Stanton Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 14% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Stanton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Stanton, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Powell County High School, with 90-94% 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell County Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
642 Rose Way
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Rank: #22.
Powell County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
700 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

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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