Serving 939 students in grades 9-12, Paul G. Blazer 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul G. Blazer High School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul G. Blazer 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 Paul G. Blazer High School is 0.31, 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
#526 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
11%
White
83%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul G. Blazer High School's ranking?
Paul G. Blazer High School is ranked #526 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paul G. Blazer High School often compared to?
Paul G. Blazer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyd County High School, Fairview High School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul G. Blazer High School?
The graduation rate of Paul G. Blazer High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paul G. Blazer High School?
939 students attend Paul G. Blazer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Paul G. Blazer High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul G. Blazer High School?
Paul G. Blazer High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul G. Blazer High School offer ?
Paul G. Blazer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul G. Blazer High School part of?
Paul G. Blazer High School is part of Ashland Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 6/21/2010
Haha that comment up there is such a lie. Blazer is a very good high school. I currently attend there and plan on going there until I graduate. All the teachers are nice, and very respectful. If you ask with a problem they help you, even if it's personal. Blazers faculty really cares about the students well being and are trying to make sure every single student is treated correctly and graduate. I recommend attending blazer. It's great. Plus they remodeled the campus and it looms awesome now! That shows they care about their students.
2 6/1/2009
Blazer is not a highly thought of high school. I currently attend and plan to transfer this summer. Some of the teachers sleep during class and will not help when you ask. There are many drinkers and drug addicts that attend. The environment is terrible, brutal fights daily and cursing comes out of alot of students and some teachers mouths. I do not reccomend going to Paul G. Blazer (Ashland) High School!
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