Serving 564 students in grades 9-12, Caldwell County High School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Caldwell County High School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Caldwell County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caldwell County High School is 0.32, 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
#656 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Caldwell County High School's ranking?
Caldwell County High School is ranked #656 out of 1,267 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caldwell County High School?
The graduation rate of Caldwell County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Caldwell County High School?
564 students attend Caldwell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Caldwell County High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell County High School?
Caldwell County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caldwell County High School offer ?
Caldwell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caldwell County High School part of?
Caldwell County High School is part of Caldwell County School District.
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