Ballard Memorial High School is a high school located in LaCenter, Kentucky, United States, although its mailing address is in Barlow. The school serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 265 students in grades 9-12, Ballard Memorial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballard Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ballard Memorial High School's student population of 265 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
White, Kelly green
School Rankings
Ballard Memorial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard Memorial High School is 0.26, 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
#227 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
86%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ballard Memorial High School's ranking?
Ballard Memorial High School is ranked #227 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ballard Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Ballard Memorial High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ballard Memorial High School?
265 students attend Ballard Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ballard Memorial High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballard Memorial High School?
Ballard Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballard Memorial High School offer ?
Ballard Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballard Memorial High School part of?
Ballard Memorial High School is part of Ballard County School District.
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