Serving 1,485 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 35% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bullitt East High School's student population of 1,485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bullitt East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bullitt East High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#627 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 #627 out of 1,230 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 North Bullitt High School, Bullitt Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bullitt East High School?
The graduation rate of Bullitt East High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bullitt East High School?
1,485 students attend Bullitt East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bullitt East High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Bullitt East High School?
Bullitt East High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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