For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 635 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 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Stanton, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Powell County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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