Serving 948 students in grades 9-12, North Oldham High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Oldham High School serves the western part of its district in Goshen, KY, covering an area of approximately 59.4 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-15 minutes to the school and an average distance of 5.7 miles to the nearest zone edge. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 10.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Oldham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Oldham High School's student population of 948 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
948 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Oldham High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Oldham High School is 0.29, 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
#54 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Teal & Black
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Oldham High School's ranking?
North Oldham High School is ranked #54 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Oldham High School often compared to?
North Oldham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Oldham High School, Oldham County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Oldham High School?
The graduation rate of North Oldham High School is 98%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend North Oldham High School?
948 students attend North Oldham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Oldham High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Oldham High School?
North Oldham High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Oldham High School offer ?
North Oldham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Oldham High School part of?
North Oldham High School is part of Oldham County School District.
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