Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Corbin 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 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 7% 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: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corbin 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Corbin High School's student population of 813 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Corbin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corbin High School is 0.13, 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
#211 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
93%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Corbin High School's ranking?
Corbin High School is ranked #211 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Corbin High School often compared to?
Corbin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitley County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corbin High School?
The graduation rate of Corbin High School is 98%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Corbin High School?
813 students attend Corbin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Corbin High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corbin High School?
Corbin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Corbin High School offer ?
Corbin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Corbin High School part of?
Corbin High School is part of Corbin Independent School District.
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