Serving 291 students in grades 6-12, Owsley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owsley County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Booneville, KY, encompassing approximately 198.3 square miles. Typically, it takes about 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 17 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owsley County High School's student population of 291 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Owsley 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 Owsley County High School is 0.06, 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
#870 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owsley County High School's ranking?
Owsley County High School is ranked #870 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owsley County High School?
The graduation rate of Owsley County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Owsley County High School?
291 students attend Owsley County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Owsley County High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owsley County High School?
Owsley County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Owsley County High School offer ?
Owsley County High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owsley County High School part of?
Owsley County High School is part of Owsley County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I am a student at OCHS and I can say that this is a very good school. There are some setbacks with both teachers and students and how they approach each other and conflicts. There are some adults here that I truly trust with my problems, I know that they will try to help me make good decisions even if I don't see it at the time. I recommend coming to this school because even if you've done bad things, they give you a second chance here, especially if you work with them to improve yourself.
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