Serving 602 students in grades 9-12, Lewis 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis County High School's student population of 602 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Lewis 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 Lewis County High School is 0.10, 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
#805 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
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 Lewis County High School's ranking?
Lewis County High School is ranked #805 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis County High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lewis County High School?
602 students attend Lewis County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lewis County High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis County High School?
Lewis County High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis County High School offer ?
Lewis County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis County High School part of?
Lewis County High School is part of Lewis County School District.
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