Serving 881 students in grades 9-12, Johnson 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnson Central High School's student population of 881 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson 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 Johnson Central High School is 0.04, 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
#1012 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
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 Johnson Central High School's ranking?
Johnson Central High School is ranked #1012 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Johnson Central High School often compared to?
Johnson Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paintsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Central High School?
The graduation rate of Johnson Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Johnson Central High School?
881 students attend Johnson Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Johnson Central High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Central High School?
Johnson Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnson Central High School offer ?
Johnson Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Central High School part of?
Johnson Central High School is part of Johnson County School District.
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