Serving 945 students in grades 9-12, Harlan County High School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlan County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baxter, KY, covering approximately 462.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan County High School's student population of 945 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
945 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Harlan 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 Harlan County High School is 0.12, 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
#798 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
94%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan County High School's ranking?
Harlan County High School is ranked #798 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan County High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan County High School is 91%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Harlan County High School?
945 students attend Harlan County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harlan County High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan County High School?
Harlan County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlan County High School offer ?
Harlan County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan County High School part of?
Harlan County High School is part of Harlan County School District.
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