Oldham County High School is a public high school in Buckner, Kentucky, United States. It was founded in 1953 and has a student body of approximately 1,600 students in grades 9-12. OCHS was given the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence award in 1985 and 2002 respectively.
Serving 1,634 students in grades 9-12, Oldham County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oldham County 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
Oldham County High School's student population of 1,634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oldham County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oldham County High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
81%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oldham County High School's ranking?
Oldham County High School is ranked #151 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Oldham County High School often compared to?
Oldham County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Oldham High School, North Oldham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oldham County High School?
The graduation rate of Oldham County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oldham County High School?
1,634 students attend Oldham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Oldham County High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oldham County High School?
Oldham County High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oldham County High School offer ?
Oldham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oldham County High School part of?
Oldham County High School is part of Oldham County School District.
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