For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,551 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Brandenburg, KY (2026)
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 | 1,512 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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
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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (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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