Mayfield High School is a public secondary school in Mayfield, Kentucky, and is the only high school of the Mayfield Independent School District.
Serving 517 students in grades 9-12, Mayfield 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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mayfield High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Mayfield, KY, encompassing approximately 5.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mayfield High School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Mayfield 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 Mayfield High School is 0.67, 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
#556 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
42%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
38%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayfield High School's ranking?
Mayfield 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 Mayfield High School often compared to?
Mayfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graves County High School 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 Mayfield High School?
The graduation rate of Mayfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Mayfield High School?
517 students attend Mayfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mayfield High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayfield High School?
Mayfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mayfield High School offer ?
Mayfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayfield High School part of?
Mayfield High School is part of Mayfield Independent School District.
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