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Harlan County High School

4000 N Us Hwy 119
Baxter, KY 40806
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 944 students in grades 9-12, Harlan 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 944 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 86% (Btm 50% in KY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harlan County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Harlan County High School's student population of 944 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers

School Rankings

Harlan 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 Harlan County High School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#1038 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20%
38%
33%
45%
6-9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
86%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Harlan County High School's ranking?
Harlan County High School is ranked #1038 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan County High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan County High School is 86%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlan County High School?
944 students attend Harlan County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harlan County High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan County High School?
Harlan County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harlan County High School offer ?
Harlan County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan County High School part of?
Harlan County High School is part of Harlan County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 944 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 86% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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