For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 455 students in Hyden, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in Hyden, KY is Leslie County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hyden, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Hyden have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public high schools.
Hyden, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leslie County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Hyden, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leslie County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25 Eagle Lane
Hyden, KY 41749
(606) 672-2337
Hyden, KY 41749
(606) 672-2337
Gr: 9-12 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: n/an/a
Leslie County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
175 Eagle Lane
Hyden, KY 41749
(606) 672-2859
Hyden, KY 41749
(606) 672-2859
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hyden, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hyden, KY include Leslie County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hyden?
2 public high schools are located in Hyden.
What is the racial composition of students in Hyden?
Hyden public high schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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