Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Elliott County 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elliott County High School's student population of 313 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elliott County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elliott County High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#813 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elliott County High School's ranking?
Elliott County High School is ranked #813 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elliott County High School?
The graduation rate of Elliott County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elliott County High School?
313 students attend Elliott County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Elliott County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elliott County High School?
Elliott County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elliott County High School offer ?
Elliott County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elliott County High School part of?
Elliott County High School is part of Elliott County School District.
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