Serving 1,222 students in grades 9-12, East Jessamine High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Jessamine High School serves the southeastern part of Nicholasville, KY, covering an area of approximately 74.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jessamine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Jessamine High School's student population of 1,222 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,222 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
East Jessamine High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jessamine High School is 0.43, 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
#640 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
74%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jessamine High School's ranking?
East Jessamine High School is ranked #640 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are East Jessamine High School often compared to?
East Jessamine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jessamine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Jessamine High School?
The graduation rate of East Jessamine High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend East Jessamine High School?
1,222 students attend East Jessamine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Jessamine High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Jessamine High School?
East Jessamine High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Jessamine High School offer ?
East Jessamine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Jessamine High School part of?
East Jessamine High School is part of Jessamine County School District.
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