Serving 819 students in grades 9-12, Perry County Central 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 41% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry County Central High School is located in Hazard, KY, and its attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 293.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry County Central High School's student population of 819 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Perry County Central 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 Perry County Central High School is 0.08, 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
#863 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry County Central High School's ranking?
Perry County Central High School is ranked #863 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Perry County Central High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Perry County Central High School?
819 students attend Perry County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Perry County Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry County Central High School?
Perry County Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry County Central High School offer ?
Perry County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry County Central High School part of?
Perry County Central High School is part of Perry County School District.
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