Serving 309 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 40-44% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berea Community High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district within Berea, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berea Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Berea Community High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Berea Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berea Community High School is 0.32, 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #462 out of 1,250 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?
40-44% 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 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Berea Community High School?
309 students attend Berea Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Berea Community High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berea Community High School?
Berea Community High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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