Cumberland High School serves 310 students in grades 9-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 11% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
11%
11%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cumberland High School?
310 students attend Cumberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cumberland High School students are White, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland High School?
Cumberland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland High School offer ?
Cumberland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cumberland High School part of?
Cumberland High School is part of Harlan County School District.
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