Serving 1,910 students in grades 9-12, Dupont Manual High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dupont Manual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Dupont Manual High School's student population of 1,910 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dupont Manual High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dupont Manual High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1230 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
18%
11%
White
53%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dupont Manual High School's ranking?
Dupont Manual High School is ranked #5 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dupont Manual High School often compared to?
Dupont Manual High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisville Male High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dupont Manual High School?
The graduation rate of Dupont Manual High School is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dupont Manual High School?
1,910 students attend Dupont Manual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dupont Manual High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dupont Manual High School?
Dupont Manual High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dupont Manual High School offer ?
Dupont Manual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dupont Manual High School part of?
Dupont Manual High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dupont Manual High School located?
Dupont Manual High School is located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Old Louisville.
School Reviews
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