Belfry High School is a high school in Belfry, Kentucky, United States. The school is located in the northeastern region of Pike County, approximately 22 miles northeast of Pikeville, Kentucky and 1 mile south of Williamson, West Virginia.
Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Belfry 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belfry High School's student population of 477 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Excellence is a Way of Life
School Mascot
Pirate
School Rankings
Belfry High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfry High School is 0.12, 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
#974 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfry High School's ranking?
Belfry High School is ranked #974 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Belfry High School often compared to?
Belfry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby Valley High School, Pikeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belfry High School?
The graduation rate of Belfry High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belfry High School?
477 students attend Belfry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Belfry High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belfry High School?
Belfry High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Belfry High School offer ?
Belfry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belfry High School part of?
Belfry High School is part of Pike County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/6/2011
I graduated from Belfry in 1974. It was a fantastic school then and has only improved over the years. I only wish my kids and grandkids lived in that ara so they could get a great educaqtion from those halls just like I did.
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