The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 48%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (11-12)
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Asian
(11-12)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(11-12)n/a
4%
Black
(11-12)2%
11%
White
(11-12)98%
81%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% KY state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Central High School?
60 students attend Pulaski Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Pulaski Central High School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Pulaski Central High School offer ?
Pulaski Central High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pulaski Central High School part of?
Pulaski Central High School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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