Serving 1,157 students in grades 9-12, Anderson County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 204.3 square miles in Lawrenceburg, KY. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Anderson County High School's student population of 1,157 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to care for all students, to engage them in learning, and to prepare them as responsible, college and career ready citizens.
School Rankings
Anderson County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson County High School is 0.22, 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
#286 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
92%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson County High School's ranking?
Anderson County High School is ranked #286 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Anderson County High School often compared to?
Anderson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodford County High School, Frankfort High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson County High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Anderson County High School?
1,157 students attend Anderson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Anderson County High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson County High School?
Anderson County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson County High School offer ?
Anderson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anderson County High School part of?
Anderson County High School is part of Anderson County School District.
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