Serving 756 students in grades 9-12, Nelson 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 11% 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: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nelson County High School serves the northeast part of Bardstown, KY, covering an area of approximately 188.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nelson County High School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
756 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Nelson 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 Nelson County High School is 0.21, 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
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson County High School's ranking?
Nelson County High School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Nelson County High School often compared to?
Nelson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Nelson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nelson County High School?
The graduation rate of Nelson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Nelson County High School?
756 students attend Nelson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Nelson County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson County High School?
Nelson County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nelson County High School offer ?
Nelson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nelson County High School part of?
Nelson County High School is part of Nelson County School District.
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