Rowan County Senior High School is located in Morehead, Kentucky, United States. The enrollment in the 2018–19 school year was 890 students. The mascot is the Viking and the school colors are green and white. Brandy Carver is the current principal.
Serving 904 students in grades 9-12, Rowan County Senior 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rowan County Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Morehead, KY, covering approximately 286.3 square miles. The area typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowan County Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rowan County Senior High School's student population of 904 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Rowan County Senior 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 Rowan County Senior High School is 0.15, 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
#792 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
71%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowan County Senior High School's ranking?
Rowan County Senior High School is ranked #792 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rowan County Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Rowan County Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Rowan County Senior High School?
904 students attend Rowan County Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rowan County Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowan County Senior High School?
Rowan County Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rowan County Senior High School offer ?
Rowan County Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rowan County Senior High School part of?
Rowan County Senior High School is part of Rowan County School District.
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