Campbellsville High School, established in 1865, is a U.S. high school in the city of Campbellsville, Taylor County, Kentucky. It is one of the two high schools in Campbellsville, the other being Taylor County High School.
Serving 345 students in grades 9-12, Campbellsville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbellsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Campbellsville High School's student population of 345 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1865
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Campbellsville 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 Campbellsville High School is 0.43, which is less 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
#198 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
74%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Campbellsville High School's ranking?
Campbellsville High School is ranked #198 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Campbellsville High School often compared to?
Campbellsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Campbellsville High School?
The graduation rate of Campbellsville High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Campbellsville High School?
345 students attend Campbellsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Campbellsville High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Campbellsville High School?
Campbellsville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Campbellsville High School offer ?
Campbellsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Campbellsville High School part of?
Campbellsville High School is part of Campbellsville Independent School District.
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