Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Breckinridge 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 43% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Breckinridge County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harned, KY, covering approximately 576.5 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 13.6 miles and the furthest edge located 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breckinridge County High School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Breckinridge 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 Breckinridge County High School is 0.17, 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
#703 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-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)38.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Breckinridge County High School's ranking?
Breckinridge County High School is ranked #703 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Breckinridge County High School?
The graduation rate of Breckinridge County High School is 91%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Breckinridge County High School?
875 students attend Breckinridge County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Breckinridge County High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breckinridge County High School?
Breckinridge County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breckinridge County High School offer ?
Breckinridge County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breckinridge County High School part of?
Breckinridge County High School is part of Breckinridge County School District.
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