Bullitt Central High School is a secondary school located at 1330 Highway 44 East in the city of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, United States. Formed in 1970, it is part of the Bullitt County Public Schools district located in Bullitt County Kentucky.
Serving 1,293 students in grades 9-12, Bullitt Central 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 30% (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 11% 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: 1,293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bullitt Central High School serves the southwest part of Shepherdsville, KY, covering an area of approximately 164 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bullitt Central High School's student population of 1,293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bullitt Central 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 Bullitt Central High School is 0.21, 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
#992 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
89%
71%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bullitt Central High School's ranking?
Bullitt Central High School is ranked #992 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bullitt Central High School often compared to?
Bullitt Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullitt East High School, North Bullitt 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bullitt Central High School?
The graduation rate of Bullitt Central High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Bullitt Central High School?
1,293 students attend Bullitt Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bullitt Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bullitt Central High School?
Bullitt Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bullitt Central High School offer ?
Bullitt Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bullitt Central High School part of?
Bullitt Central High School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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