Serving 935 students in grades 9-12, Hopkinsville 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 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkinsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hopkinsville High School's student population of 935 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
The Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Hopkinsville 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 Hopkinsville High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#770 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
42%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Hopkinsville High School's ranking?
Hopkinsville High School is ranked #770 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hopkinsville High School often compared to?
Hopkinsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christian County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkinsville High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkinsville High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hopkinsville High School?
935 students attend Hopkinsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hopkinsville High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkinsville High School?
Hopkinsville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hopkinsville High School offer ?
Hopkinsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hopkinsville High School part of?
Hopkinsville High School is part of Christian County School District.
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