Serving 2,058 students in grades 9-12, Henry Clay High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Clay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Henry Clay High School's student population of 2,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Clay High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Clay High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#252 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
20%
11%
White
54%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Clay High School's ranking?
Henry Clay High School is ranked #252 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henry Clay High School often compared to?
Henry Clay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, Lafayette High School, Bryan Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Clay High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Clay High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henry Clay High School?
2,058 students attend Henry Clay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Henry Clay High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Clay High School?
Henry Clay High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henry Clay High School offer ?
Henry Clay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Clay High School part of?
Henry Clay High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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