Serving 302 students in grades 9-12, Cumberland 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cumberland County High School's student population of 302 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Cumberland County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland County High School is 0.19, 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
#876 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland County High School's ranking?
Cumberland County High School is ranked #876 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland County High School?
The graduation rate of Cumberland County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cumberland County High School?
302 students attend Cumberland County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cumberland County High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumberland County High School?
Cumberland County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland County High School offer ?
Cumberland County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cumberland County High School part of?
Cumberland County High School is part of Cumberland County School District.
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