Serving 1,732 students in grades 9-12, Great Crossing High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Crossing High School's student population of 1,732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Crossing High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Crossing High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
7%
11%
White
76%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Crossing High School's ranking?
Great Crossing High School is ranked #488 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Crossing High School?
The graduation rate of Great Crossing High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Great Crossing High School?
1,732 students attend Great Crossing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Great Crossing High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Crossing High School?
Great Crossing High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Great Crossing High School offer ?
Great Crossing High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Crossing High School part of?
Great Crossing High School is part of Scott County School District.
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