Serving 962 students in grades 9-12, Spencer 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 35% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencer County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spencer County High School's student population of 962 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spencer 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 Spencer County High School is 0.17, 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
#404 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer County High School's ranking?
Spencer County High School is ranked #404 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Spencer County High School often compared to?
Spencer County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillview Academy, Mercer County Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spencer County High School?
The graduation rate of Spencer County High School is 98%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Spencer County High School?
962 students attend Spencer County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Spencer County High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spencer County High School?
Spencer County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spencer County High School offer ?
Spencer County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencer County High School part of?
Spencer County High School is part of Spencer County School District.
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