Glasgow High School

1601 Columbia Ave
Glasgow, KY 42141
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Glasgow High School is a public high school in the city of Glasgow, Barren County, Kentucky. It is the only public high school for Glasgow Independent Schools; however, Barren County High School, which ...
Serving 608 students in grades 9-12, Glasgow 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Glasgow High School serves the entire district in Glasgow, KY, covering an area of 10.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point within the zone being about 4.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glasgow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

Glasgow High School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to excel, building strong community connections, driving growth through innovation, and inspiring a legacy of tradition that leaves a generational impact.

School Rankings

Glasgow 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 Glasgow High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#584 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
38%
40-44%
45%
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
≥95%
90%
(22-23)
22.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glasgow High School's ranking?
Glasgow High School is ranked #584 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Glasgow High School often compared to?
Glasgow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barren County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glasgow High School?
The graduation rate of Glasgow High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Glasgow High School?
608 students attend Glasgow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glasgow High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glasgow High School?
Glasgow High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glasgow High School offer ?
Glasgow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glasgow High School part of?
Glasgow High School is part of Glasgow Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Glasgow High School serves the entire district in Glasgow, KY, covering an area of 10.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point within the zone being about 4.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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