Knott County Central High School is a high school located in Hindman, Kentucky. It is home to the Knott County Central Patriots, who have claimed several regional titles in basketball, baseball, track, volleyball and other sports.
Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Knott County Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% 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: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knott County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Knott County Central High School's student population of 520 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knott County Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knott County Central High School is 0.02, 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
#556 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
99%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knott County Central High School's ranking?
Knott County Central High School is ranked #556 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Knott County Central High School often compared to?
Knott County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Creek Elementary School, Knott County Area Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knott County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Knott County Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knott County Central High School?
520 students attend Knott County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Knott County Central High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knott County Central High School?
Knott County Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knott County Central High School offer ?
Knott County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Knott County Central High School part of?
Knott County Central High School is part of Knott County School District.
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