Serving 356 students in grades 9-12, Berea Community 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than 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: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berea Community High School's student population of 356 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berea Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berea Community High School is 0.30, 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
#543 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
6%
11%
White
83%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berea Community High School's ranking?
Berea Community High School is ranked #543 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Berea Community High School often compared to?
Berea Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Southern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berea Community High School?
The graduation rate of Berea Community High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Berea Community High School?
356 students attend Berea Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Berea Community High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berea Community High School?
Berea Community High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Berea Community High School offer ?
Berea Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berea Community High School part of?
Berea Community High School is part of Berea Independent School District.
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