Serving 861 students in grades 9-12, Hopkins County Central 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 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopkins County Central High School serves the southern part of Madisonville, KY, covering an area of approximately 293.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being up to 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopkins County Central High School's student population of 861 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
861 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hopkins County Central 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 Hopkins County Central High School is 0.34, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Formally known as Louisville Central High School Magnet Career Academy, Central High School is a public high school in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.A.
- Overview: Specializing in preparing students for professional careers, Central offers many magnet programs. As an all-magnet school, it has no home district, instead bringing in students from throughout the Jefferson County Public School System.
- Louisville Central High School and the rest of the Louisville school system played a part in both integration efforts and the Cold War. In 1957, as many around the world began to take notice of racial problems within the United States, the United States Information Agency produced promotional materials touting "The Louisville Story" as an example of peaceful integration.
- In the 1950s, Central High School also won three national basketball high school championships.
- Central High School is located at 1130 W. Chestnut Street.
- Magnet programs offered: Law/Government, Business, Accounting, Computer Technology, Medical Administration, Pharmacy, Nursing, Veterinary, Diagnostics, Dental.
- Notable alumni: Muhammad Ali; Lenny Lyles - 11-season NFL player, mosly with the Baltimore Colts; Maurice Rabb, Jr.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins County Central High School's ranking?
Hopkins County Central High School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hopkins County Central High School often compared to?
Hopkins County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madisonville North Hopkins High School by visitors of our site.
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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkins County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkins County Central High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Hopkins County Central High School?
861 students attend Hopkins County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hopkins County Central High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkins County Central High School?
Hopkins County Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hopkins County Central High School offer ?
Hopkins County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hopkins County Central High School part of?
Hopkins County Central High School is part of Hopkins County School District.
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