Serving 506 students in grades 9-12, West Carter County 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Carter County High School serves the west part of its district in Olive Hill, KY, covering an area of approximately 221.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Carter County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Carter County High School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
West Carter 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 West Carter County High School is 0.06, 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
#435 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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)42.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Maroon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carter County High School's ranking?
West Carter County High School is ranked #435 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are West Carter County High School often compared to?
West Carter County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Carter County High School, Rowan County Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Carter County High School?
The graduation rate of West Carter County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend West Carter County High School?
506 students attend West Carter County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Carter County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Carter County High School?
West Carter County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Carter County High School offer ?
West Carter County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Carter County High School part of?
West Carter County High School is part of Carter County School District.
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