Nelson County High School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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(offers virtual instruction)




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Frequently Asked Questions
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 30% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nelson County High School?
The graduation rate of Nelson County High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nelson County High School?
731 students attend Nelson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Nelson County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson County High School?
Nelson County High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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