Grant County High School is a public high school serving the ninth through twelfth grades in Grant County, Kentucky, USA. It is one of seven schools and the only high school in the Grant County Schools district.
Serving 1,016 students in grades 9-12, Grant 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 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grant County High School's student population of 1,016 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,016 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
51 acres (21 ha)
School Motto
Student-Centered Excellence
School Rankings
Grant County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant County High School is 0.20, which is less 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
#945 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant County High School's ranking?
Grant County High School is ranked #945 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Grant County High School often compared to?
Grant County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamstown Sr. High School, Pendleton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grant County High School?
The graduation rate of Grant County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grant County High School?
1,016 students attend Grant County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Grant County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant County High School?
Grant County High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grant County High School offer ?
Grant County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grant County High School part of?
Grant County High School is part of Grant County School District.
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