Serving 194 students in grades 9-12, Carlisle 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlisle County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Carlisle County High School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Carlisle 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 Carlisle County High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#525 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle County High School's ranking?
Carlisle County High School is ranked #525 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlisle County High School?
The graduation rate of Carlisle County High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carlisle County High School?
194 students attend Carlisle County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Carlisle County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlisle County High School?
Carlisle County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carlisle County High School offer ?
Carlisle County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle County High School part of?
Carlisle County High School is part of Carlisle County School District.
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