Serving 678 students in grades 9-12, East Carter 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Carter County High School serves the eastern part of Grayson, KY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 191 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8.7 miles, with the furthest edge being 10.9 miles away, typically allowing for a 15-20 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Carter 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
East Carter County High School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
678 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
Extreme Commitment to Student Success!
School Rankings
East Carter 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 East Carter County High School is 0.12, 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
#388 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Carter County High School's ranking?
East Carter County High School is ranked #388 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are East Carter County High School often compared to?
East Carter County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Carter County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Carter County High School?
The graduation rate of East Carter County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend East Carter County High School?
678 students attend East Carter County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Carter County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Carter County High School?
East Carter County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Carter County High School offer ?
East Carter County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Carter County High School part of?
East Carter County High School is part of Carter County School District.
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