Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, Hazard 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazard High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hazard, KY, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hazard High School's student population of 303 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Hazard High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazard High School is 0.17, 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
#365 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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
Navy Blue, Gold, Old gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazard High School's ranking?
Hazard High School is ranked #365 out of 1,250 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hazard High School?
The graduation rate of Hazard High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Hazard High School?
303 students attend Hazard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hazard High School students are White, 4% 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 Hazard High School?
Hazard High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hazard High School offer ?
Hazard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazard High School part of?
Hazard High School is part of Hazard Independent School District.
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