Serving 435 students in grades 7-12, Nicholas 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 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholas County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Carlisle, KY, encompassing approximately 196.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas County High School's student population of 435 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Nicholas 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 Nicholas 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
#770 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Nicholas County High School's ranking?
Nicholas County High School is ranked #770 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nicholas County High School?
The graduation rate of Nicholas County High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Nicholas County High School?
435 students attend Nicholas County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Nicholas County High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas County High School?
Nicholas County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nicholas County High School offer ?
Nicholas County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nicholas County High School part of?
Nicholas County High School is part of Nicholas County School District.
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