Serving 449 students in grades 5-12, Harlan High School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan High School's student population of 449 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Harlan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan High School's ranking?
Harlan High School is ranked #376 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlan High School?
449 students attend Harlan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harlan High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan High School?
Harlan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlan High School offer ?
Harlan High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan High School part of?
Harlan High School is part of Harlan Independent School District.
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