Serving 760 students in grades 9-12, Hopkins County Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkins County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hopkins County Central High School's student population of 760 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hopkins County Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkins County Central High School is 0.32, 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
#730 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
11%
White
82%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Formally known as Louisville Central High School Magnet Career Academy, Central High School is a public high school in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.A.
- Overview: Specializing in preparing students for professional careers, Central offers many magnet programs. As an all-magnet school, it has no home district, instead bringing in students from throughout the Jefferson County Public School System.
- Louisville Central High School and the rest of the Louisville school system played a part in both integration efforts and the Cold War. In 1957, as many around the world began to take notice of racial problems within the United States, the United States Information Agency produced promotional materials touting "The Louisville Story" as an example of peaceful integration.
- In the 1950s, Central High School also won three national basketball high school championships.
- Central High School is located at 1130 W. Chestnut Street.
- Magnet programs offered: Law/Government, Business, Accounting, Computer Technology, Medical Administration, Pharmacy, Nursing, Veterinary, Diagnostics, Dental.
- Notable alumni: Muhammad Ali; Lenny Lyles - 11-season NFL player, mosly with the Baltimore Colts; Maurice Rabb, Jr.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins County Central High School's ranking?
Hopkins County Central High School is ranked #730 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hopkins County Central High School often compared to?
Hopkins County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madisonville North Hopkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkins County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkins County Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hopkins County Central High School?
760 students attend Hopkins County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hopkins County Central High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkins County Central High School?
Hopkins County Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hopkins County Central High School offer ?
Hopkins County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkins County Central High School part of?
Hopkins County Central High School is part of Hopkins County School District.
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