Serving 608 students in grades 9-12, Henry County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry County High School serves the entire district of New Castle, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 276.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry County High School's student population of 608 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
A district of educational excellence, the pride of our community.
School Rankings
Henry 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 Henry County High School is 0.24, 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
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry County High School's ranking?
Henry County High School is ranked #952 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry County High School?
The graduation rate of Henry County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henry County High School?
608 students attend Henry County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Henry County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry County High School?
Henry County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henry County High School offer ?
Henry County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry County High School part of?
Henry County High School is part of Henry County School District.
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