Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Knott County Central 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knott County Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hindman, KY, encompassing approximately 352.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knott County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Knott County Central High School's student population of 520 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knott County Central 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 Knott County Central High School is 0.02, 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
#556 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)57.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriots
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 #556 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
35-39% 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 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Knott County Central High School?
520 students attend Knott County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Knott County Central High School students are White, 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 (Supplemental virtual).
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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