Great Crossing High School is a public high school in Georgetown, Kentucky, United States that opened in August 2019. It is operated by Scott County Schools, which oversees all public K–12 education in Scott County, Kentucky.
Serving 1,392 students in grades 9-12, Scott County High School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scott County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Georgetown, KY, encompassing approximately 285.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Scott County High School's student population of 1,392 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott County High School is 0.43, 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
#480 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott County High School's ranking?
Scott County High School is ranked #480 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scott County High School?
The graduation rate of Scott County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Scott County High School?
1,392 students attend Scott County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Scott County High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott County High School?
Scott County High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scott County High School offer ?
Scott County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scott County High School part of?
Scott County High School is part of Scott County School District.
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