Nicholas County High School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nicholas County High School?
460 students attend Nicholas County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nicholas County High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholas County High School?
Nicholas County High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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