Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Powell 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 20-24% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell County High School's student population of 614 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Powell 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 Powell County High School is 0.10, 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
#999 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Powell County High School's ranking?
Powell County High School is ranked #999 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Powell County High School often compared to?
Powell County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estill County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Powell County High School?
The graduation rate of Powell County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Powell County High School?
614 students attend Powell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Powell County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell County High School?
Powell County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Powell County High School offer ?
Powell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Powell County High School part of?
Powell County High School is part of Powell County School District.
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