Campbell County High School is a public high school located outside of Alexandria, Kentucky, United States. It is the only high school in the Campbell County School District and the nickname is the "Fighting Camels."
Serving 1,519 students in grades 9-12, Campbell County High School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Campbell County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alexandria, KY, covering approximately 143 square miles. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 12.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbell County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Campbell County High School's student population of 1,519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Campbell County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Campbell County 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
#401 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Camel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Campbell County High School's ranking?
Campbell County High School is ranked #401 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Campbell County High School often compared to?
Campbell County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands High School, Newport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Campbell County High School?
The graduation rate of Campbell County High School is 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Campbell County High School?
1,519 students attend Campbell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Campbell County 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 Campbell County High School?
Campbell County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Campbell County High School offer ?
Campbell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Campbell County High School part of?
Campbell County High School is part of Campbell County School District.
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