Floyd Central High School is a secondary school located in Floyd County, Kentucky, United States, that opened in September 2017. The high school is a consolidation of Allen Central High School and South Floyd High School. The school mascot is Jaguars. School colors are Kentucky Teal, Black, and Gold.
Serving 534 students in grades 9-12, Floyd Central High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Floyd Central High School's student population of 534 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2017
Colors
Teal, Gold
School Rankings
Floyd Central 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 Floyd Central High School is 0.06, 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
#605 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Central High School's ranking?
Floyd Central High School is ranked #605 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Floyd Central High School often compared to?
Floyd Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prestonsburg High School, Betsy Layne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Floyd Central High School?
The graduation rate of Floyd Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Floyd Central High School?
534 students attend Floyd Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Floyd Central High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floyd Central High School?
Floyd Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Floyd Central High School offer ?
Floyd Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Floyd Central High School part of?
Floyd Central High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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