Serving 1,252 students in grades 9-12, Boone 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 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boone County High School serves the northeastern part of Florence, KY, covering an area of approximately 26.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boone County High School's student population of 1,252 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
1,252 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boone 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 Boone County High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#810 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone County High School's ranking?
Boone County High School is ranked #810 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Boone County High School often compared to?
Boone County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larry A. Ryle High School, Conner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boone County High School?
The graduation rate of Boone County High School is 91%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Boone County High School?
1,252 students attend Boone County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Boone County High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boone County High School?
Boone County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boone County High School offer ?
Boone County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Boone County High School part of?
Boone County High School is part of Boone County School District.
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