Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, Greenup 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenup County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Greenup, KY, encompassing approximately 335.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 18.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenup County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Greenup County High School's student population of 807 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Greenup County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenup County High School is 0.10, 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
#700 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, Gold
School Mascot
Musketeer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenup County High School's ranking?
Greenup County High School is ranked #700 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Greenup County High School often compared to?
Greenup County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell High School, Raceland-worthington 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenup County High School?
The graduation rate of Greenup County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Greenup County High School?
807 students attend Greenup County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Greenup County High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenup County High School?
Greenup County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greenup County High School offer ?
Greenup County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenup County High School part of?
Greenup County High School is part of Greenup County School District.
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