Eastern High School

12400 Old Shelbyville Rd
Louisville, KY 40243
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 2,037 students in grades 9-12, Eastern High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,037 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 90% (Btm 50% in KY)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 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:

School Overview

Eastern High School's student population of 2,037 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,037 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
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School Rankings

Eastern High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KY)
#297 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
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44%
30%
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45%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
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Asian
6%
2%
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Hispanic
9%
8%
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Black
21%
11%
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White
60%
74%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.59
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90%
90%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastern High School's ranking?
Eastern High School is ranked #297 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Eastern High School?
2,037 students attend Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Eastern High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern High School?
Eastern High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Buste
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - jatia
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ambri

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,037 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 90% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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