Martha Layne Collins High School is a high school located in Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States and is a part of the Shelby County Public School District. Commonly referred to as Collins High School, the school is named after Martha Layne Collins, the first female governor of Kentucky and a Shelby County native.
Serving 1,157 students in grades 9-12, Martha Layne Collins 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martha Layne Collins High School serves the western part of its school district in Shelbyville, KY, covering approximately 181.9 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martha Layne Collins High School's student population of 1,157 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Martha Layne Collins 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 Martha Layne Collins High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#927 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
30%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
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 Martha Layne Collins High School's ranking?
Martha Layne Collins High School is ranked #927 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Martha Layne Collins High School often compared to?
Martha Layne Collins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martha Layne Collins High School?
The graduation rate of Martha Layne Collins High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Martha Layne Collins High School?
1,157 students attend Martha Layne Collins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Martha Layne Collins High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha Layne Collins High School?
Martha Layne Collins High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martha Layne Collins High School offer ?
Martha Layne Collins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martha Layne Collins High School part of?
Martha Layne Collins High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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