Serving 558 students in grades 9-12, Knott 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knott County Central High School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knott County Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knott County Central High School is 0.06, which is less 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
#708 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
11%
White
97%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knott County Central High School's ranking?
Knott County Central High School is ranked #708 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Knott County Central High School often compared to?
Knott County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Creek Elementary School, Knott County Area Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knott County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Knott County Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knott County Central High School?
558 students attend Knott County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Knott County Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knott County Central High School?
Knott County Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knott County Central High School offer ?
Knott County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Knott County Central High School part of?
Knott County Central High School is part of Knott County School District.
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