Serving 1,220 students in grades 9-12, Barren 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 39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 1,220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barren County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Glasgow, KY, covering approximately 476.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barren County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barren County High School's student population of 1,220 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barren 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 Barren County High School is 0.19, 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
#770 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)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barren County High School's ranking?
Barren County High School is ranked #770 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Barren County High School often compared to?
Barren County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glasgow High School by visitors of our site.
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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barren County High School?
The graduation rate of Barren County High School is 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Barren County High School?
1,220 students attend Barren County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barren County High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barren County High School?
Barren County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barren County High School offer ?
Barren County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barren County High School part of?
Barren County High School is part of Barren County School District.
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