Franklin County High School is the largest of three public high schools in Frankfort, Kentucky, United States, and is one of two high schools operated by Franklin County Public Schools. The campus also houses the Franklin County Career & Technical Center, which offers vocational training.
Serving 22 students in grades 6-12, William Cofield 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Cofield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Cofield High School's student population of 22 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
The diversity score of William Cofield High School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
14%
10%
White
77%
71%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted100%
36.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Flyer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Cofield High School?
The graduation rate of William Cofield High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend William Cofield High School?
22 students attend William Cofield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of William Cofield High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Cofield High School?
William Cofield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Cofield High School offer ?
William Cofield High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Cofield High School part of?
William Cofield High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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