Bullitt East High School is a high school located at 11450 Highway 44 East in the city of Mount Washington, Kentucky, United States. It is part of the Bullitt County Public Schools district.
Serving 1,664 students in grades 9-12, Bullitt East High School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bullitt East High School serves the northeast part of Mount Washington, KY, covering an area of approximately 42.4 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a driving time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bullitt East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bullitt East High School's student population of 1,664 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1980
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bullitt East 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 East 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
#739 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bullitt East High School's ranking?
Bullitt East High School is ranked #739 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bullitt East High School often compared to?
Bullitt East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullitt Central High School, North Bullitt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bullitt East High School?
The graduation rate of Bullitt East High School is 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bullitt East High School?
1,664 students attend Bullitt East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bullitt East High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bullitt East High School?
Bullitt East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bullitt East High School offer ?
Bullitt East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bullitt East High School part of?
Bullitt East High School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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