Serving 1,317 students in grades 9-12, Seneca 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 19% (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 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 1,317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Seneca High School's student population of 1,317 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca High School is 0.72, 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
#1062 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
28%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
27%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Seneca High School's ranking?
Seneca High School is ranked #1062 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Seneca High School often compared to?
Seneca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atherton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% 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 Seneca High School?
The graduation rate of Seneca High School is 81%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Seneca High School?
1,317 students attend Seneca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Seneca High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca High School?
Seneca High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seneca High School offer ?
Seneca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca High School part of?
Seneca High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Seneca High School located?
Seneca High School is located in the Bon Air neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bon Air.
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