Serving 369 students in grades 9-12, Wolfe 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolfe County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wolfe County High School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wolfe County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wolfe County High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolfe County High School's ranking?
Wolfe County High School is ranked #801 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wolfe County High School?
The graduation rate of Wolfe County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wolfe County High School?
369 students attend Wolfe County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wolfe County High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wolfe County High School?
Wolfe County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wolfe County High School offer ?
Wolfe County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wolfe County High School part of?
Wolfe County High School is part of Wolfe County School District.
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