Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Fulton County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fulton County High School's student population of 174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fulton County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulton County High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#352 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
33%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton County High School's ranking?
Fulton County High School is ranked #352 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Fulton County High School often compared to?
Fulton County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton Independent School, Fulton County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fulton County High School?
The graduation rate of Fulton County High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fulton County High School?
174 students attend Fulton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Fulton County High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton County High School?
Fulton County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fulton County High School offer ?
Fulton County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fulton County High School part of?
Fulton County High School is part of Fulton County School District.
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