Founded in 1950, Louisville Eastern High School is located off Old Shelbyville Road in Middletown, Kentucky and Woodland Hills, Kentucky, United States, a cities within the merged government of Louisville, Kentucky.
Serving 1,874 students in grades 9-12, Eastern 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 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Eastern High School's student population of 1,874 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Eastern 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 Eastern High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#382 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
22%
11%
White
53%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Louisville Eastern Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern High School's ranking?
Eastern High School is ranked #382 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Eastern High School often compared to?
Eastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Eastern High School?
1,874 students attend Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Eastern High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern High School?
Eastern High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern High School offer ?
Eastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eastern High School part of?
Eastern High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/1/2016
I am a senior at Eastern, and I am very pleased with Eastern, with only a couple exceptions. There are a few bad teachers here and there, but that's to be expected. For the most part, teachers really care. They can be your friends and your instructors at the same time. The community as a whole is extraordinary as well. I feel like I have a family at Eastern. I would rate it 9/10.
5 10/21/2013
Eastern High School is an absolutely amazing school. The teachers are hardworking and do whatever than can to help you succeed. I believe Eastern is one of the best high schools you could ever send a child to.
2 11/22/2010
The teachers at eastern highschool do not care if your children fail or succeed . I worked very hard to get U's the whole school year. The teachers just tell the kids answers and walk away. The school is falling apart and the faculty worries more about if your shirts tucked in than if your doing well.They DO NOT! involve parents whatsoever.If you want your kids to get a QUALITY education. DO NOT SEND THEM TO EASTERN!.
THe teachers use suspensions as a scare tactik. They will suspend you for talking, writing on the board when they didnt ask you to , and not tucking in your shirt. theese area all minor offences that have been blown way out of proportion!.. so once again whatever you do ! ABSOLUTELY DO NOT! SEND YOUR KIDS TO EASTERN! IVE BEEN HERE FOR 2 YEARS AND IM MISERABLE!~ IF YOU WANT YOUR KIDS TO BE HAPPY SEND THEM SOMEWHERE ELSE. BUT EASTERN IS BY FAR ONE OF THE SCHOOL IVE EVER BEEN TO.
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