Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, Wayne 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 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne County High School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne County High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne County High School's ranking?
Wayne County High School is ranked #802 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Wayne County High School often compared to?
Wayne County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixie Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne County High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne County High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wayne County High School?
923 students attend Wayne County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wayne County High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne County High School?
Wayne County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne County High School offer ?
Wayne County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayne County High School part of?
Wayne County High School is part of Wayne County School District.
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