Larry A. Ryle High School is a public secondary school located in Union, Kentucky. The school's mascot is the Raiders.
Serving 2,077 students in grades 9-12, Larry A. Ryle High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,077 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larry A. Ryle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Larry A. Ryle High School's student population of 2,077 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,077 students
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Black, Orange, Silver
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Larry A. Ryle High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larry A. Ryle High School is 0.46, 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
#161 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larry A. Ryle High School's ranking?
Larry A. Ryle High School is ranked #161 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Larry A. Ryle High School often compared to?
Larry A. Ryle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randall K. Cooper High School, Boone County High School, Conner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Larry A. Ryle High School?
The graduation rate of Larry A. Ryle High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Larry A. Ryle High School?
2,077 students attend Larry A. Ryle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Larry A. Ryle High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larry A. Ryle High School?
Larry A. Ryle High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Larry A. Ryle High School offer ?
Larry A. Ryle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Larry A. Ryle High School part of?
Larry A. Ryle High School is part of Boone County School District.
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