Iroquois High School is a high school located in southwestern Louisville, Kentucky, United States near Iroquois Park, in the Beechmont neighborhood. It is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools. As of the 2014–15 school year, there were 1,205 students at the school.
Serving 1,146 students in grades 9-12, Iroquois 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 9% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iroquois High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Iroquois High School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Iroquois 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 Iroquois High School is 0.64, 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
#1252 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
54%
11%
White
16%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Iroquois High School's ranking?
Iroquois High School is ranked #1252 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Iroquois High School often compared to?
Iroquois High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High Magnet Career Academy, Doss High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iroquois High School?
The graduation rate of Iroquois High School is 81%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iroquois High School?
1,146 students attend Iroquois High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Iroquois High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iroquois High School?
Iroquois High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Iroquois High School offer ?
Iroquois High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Iroquois High School part of?
Iroquois High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Iroquois High School located?
Iroquois High School is located in the Beechmont neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Beechmont.
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