Pleasure Ridge Park High School is a public secondary school in the Pleasure Ridge Park neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. It is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district. It is next to Greenwood Elementary School and Valley Sports Little League.
Serving 1,615 students in grades 9-12, Pleasure Ridge Park 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 15% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasure Ridge Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasure Ridge Park High School's student population of 1,615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to empower students to become dedicated and engaged in their classrooms, careers and communities.
School Rankings
Pleasure Ridge Park 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 Pleasure Ridge Park High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1135 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
45%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasure Ridge Park High School's ranking?
Pleasure Ridge Park High School is ranked #1135 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Pleasure Ridge Park High School often compared to?
Pleasure Ridge Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler Traditional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pleasure Ridge Park High School?
The graduation rate of Pleasure Ridge Park High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pleasure Ridge Park High School?
1,615 students attend Pleasure Ridge Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pleasure Ridge Park High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasure Ridge Park High School?
Pleasure Ridge Park High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pleasure Ridge Park High School offer ?
Pleasure Ridge Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasure Ridge Park High School part of?
Pleasure Ridge Park High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasure Ridge Park High School located?
Pleasure Ridge Park High School is located in the Pleasure Ridge Park neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Pleasure Ridge Park.
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