Somerset High School is a public high school in Somerset, Kentucky, United States. Somerset High School, with a student population of 509, is a comprehensive high school. Students may choose among four diploma programs including the standard, academic, college preparatory, and commonwealth diplomas.
Serving 526 students in grades 9-12, Somerset 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Somerset High School's attendance zone is located in Somerset, KY, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Somerset High School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1888
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset High School is 0.33, 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Briar Jumpers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset High School's ranking?
Somerset High School is ranked #462 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Somerset High School often compared to?
Somerset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Somerset High School?
The graduation rate of Somerset High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Somerset High School?
526 students attend Somerset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Somerset High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset High School?
Somerset High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Somerset High School offer ?
Somerset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset High School part of?
Somerset High School is part of Somerset Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hi I'm Bernadette I'm a girl 15year I come from Hong Kong city I want to study in US but I'm not US citizens I still can study in somerset high school?
I have a friend her brother is US citizens he study in Somerset High School
I hope can study with her brother and I can live in her house she will be my homestay family!
I have a question.. somerset high school will admission me? And how are much the school tuition? Can i get free? I hope you can answer my question thank!
Bernadette
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