Serving 673 students in grades 9-12, Lewis County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lewis County High School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis County High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis County High School's ranking?
Lewis County High School is ranked #426 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis County High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lewis County High School?
673 students attend Lewis County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lewis County High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis County High School?
Lewis County High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis County High School offer ?
Lewis County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis County High School part of?
Lewis County High School is part of Lewis County School District.
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