Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Barbourville City 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbourville City School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Barbourville City 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 Barbourville City School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbourville City School's ranking?
Barbourville City School is ranked #400 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barbourville City School?
The graduation rate of Barbourville City School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Barbourville City School?
731 students attend Barbourville City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Barbourville City School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbourville City School?
Barbourville City School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barbourville City School offer ?
Barbourville City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barbourville City School part of?
Barbourville City School is part of Barbourville Independent School District.
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