Serving 454 students in grades 9-12, Metcalfe County 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metcalfe County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Edmonton, KY, covering approximately 291.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metcalfe County High School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metcalfe County 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 Metcalfe County High School is 0.13, 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
#1086 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
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)42.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metcalfe County High School's ranking?
Metcalfe County High School is ranked #1086 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metcalfe County High School?
The graduation rate of Metcalfe County High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Metcalfe County High School?
454 students attend Metcalfe County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Metcalfe County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metcalfe County High School?
Metcalfe County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metcalfe County High School offer ?
Metcalfe County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metcalfe County High School part of?
Metcalfe County High School is part of Metcalfe County School District.
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