Serving 1,145 students in grades 9-12, Graves County 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Graves County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 551.3 square miles in and around Mayfield, KY. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graves County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Graves County High School's student population of 1,145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
PURSUING EXCELLENCE TOGETHER
School Rankings
Graves County 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 Graves County High School is 0.33, 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
#584 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
81%
71%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Graves County High School's ranking?
Graves County 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 Graves County High School often compared to?
Graves County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Graves County High School?
The graduation rate of Graves County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Graves County High School?
1,145 students attend Graves County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Graves County High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graves County High School?
Graves County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Graves County High School offer ?
Graves County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graves County High School part of?
Graves County High School is part of Graves County School District.
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