Serving 796 students in grades 9-12, Rockcastle 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 34% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockcastle County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Vernon, KY, covering approximately 318.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 14.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 19.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockcastle County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockcastle County High School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Rockcastle 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 Rockcastle County High School is 0.12, 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
#1013 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockcastle County High School's ranking?
Rockcastle County High School is ranked #1013 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 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockcastle County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockcastle County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockcastle County High School?
796 students attend Rockcastle County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rockcastle County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockcastle County High School?
Rockcastle County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockcastle County High School offer ?
Rockcastle County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockcastle County High School part of?
Rockcastle County High School is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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