Serving 1,187 students in grades 9-12, Christian 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christian County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Christian County High School's student population of 1,187 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christian 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 Christian County High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#688 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
34%
11%
White
51%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Christian County High School's ranking?
Christian County High School is ranked #688 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Christian County High School often compared to?
Christian County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Christian County High School?
The graduation rate of Christian County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Christian County High School?
1,187 students attend Christian County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Christian County High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christian County High School?
Christian County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Christian County High School offer ?
Christian County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Christian County High School part of?
Christian County High School is part of Christian County School District.
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