Owen County High School

2340 Hwy 22 E
Owenton, KY 40359
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 558 students in grades 9-12, Owen 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Owen County High School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Owen 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 Owen County High School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#1025 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
38%
25-29%
45%
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 Owen County High School's ranking?
Owen County High School is ranked #1025 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Owen County High School often compared to?
Owen County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen County Elementary/primary School, Maurice Bowling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owen County High School?
The graduation rate of Owen County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Owen County High School?
558 students attend Owen County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Owen County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owen County High School?
Owen County High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owen County High School offer ?
Owen County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owen County High School part of?
Owen County High School is part of Owen County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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