Henry Clay High School is an American public high school in Lexington, Kentucky. Opened on Main Street in 1928, it was named in honor of the Kentuckian and United States statesman, Henry Clay. The Main Street location now houses the main offices of the Fayette County Public Schools system.
Serving 1,939 students in grades 9-12, Henry Clay High School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,939 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Clay High School serves the southeast part of Lexington, KY, covering an approximately 75-square-mile attendance area. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Clay High School's student population of 1,939 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,939 students
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Educate and prepare our students for a life of productive citizenship.
School Rankings
Henry Clay High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Clay High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#570 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
22%
11%
White
48%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: 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 #570 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Clay High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Clay High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henry Clay High School?
1,939 students attend Henry Clay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Henry Clay High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 16:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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