Pulaski County High School is a public high school located in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States. It is operated by Pulaski County Schools. It serves the communities of Eubank, Shopville, Woodstock, and parts of the City of Somerset, Kentucky.
Serving 1,113 students in grades 9-12, Pulaski County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 11% 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: 1,113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pulaski County High School's student population of 1,113 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,113 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pulaski County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pulaski County High School is 0.20, 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
#266 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
The Maroon (pirate)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski County High School's ranking?
Pulaski County High School is ranked #266 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Pulaski County High School often compared to?
Pulaski County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset High School, Southwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pulaski County High School?
The graduation rate of Pulaski County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Pulaski County High School?
1,113 students attend Pulaski County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pulaski County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pulaski County High School?
Pulaski County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pulaski County High School offer ?
Pulaski County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pulaski County High School part of?
Pulaski County High School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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