Serving 805 students in grades 9-12, Adair County 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 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adair County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Columbia, KY, covering approximately 412.4 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adair County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adair County High School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Adair County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adair County High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#804 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adair County High School's ranking?
Adair County High School is ranked #804 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adair County High School?
The graduation rate of Adair County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Adair County High School?
805 students attend Adair County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Adair County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adair County High School?
Adair County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adair County High School offer ?
Adair County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adair County High School part of?
Adair County High School is part of Adair County School District.
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