Simon Kenton High School is a high school located at 11132 Madison Pike in Independence, Kentucky. The school's mascot is the Pioneers.
Serving 1,893 students in grades 9-12, Simon Kenton High School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 1,893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simon Kenton High School serves the southern part of Independence, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 111.3 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the nearest boundary and some living as far as 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simon Kenton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Simon Kenton High School's student population of 1,893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,893 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simon Kenton 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 Simon Kenton High School is 0.22, 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
#425 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Simon Kenton High School's ranking?
Simon Kenton High School is ranked #425 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Simon Kenton High School often compared to?
Simon Kenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simon Kenton High School?
The graduation rate of Simon Kenton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Simon Kenton High School?
1,893 students attend Simon Kenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Simon Kenton High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simon Kenton High School?
Simon Kenton High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simon Kenton High School offer ?
Simon Kenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simon Kenton High School part of?
Simon Kenton High School is part of Kenton County School District.
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