Serving 1,524 students in grades 9-12, Dixie Heights High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dixie Heights High School's student population of 1,524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dixie Heights High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Heights High School is 0.42, 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
#453 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie Heights High School's ranking?
Dixie Heights High School is ranked #453 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dixie Heights High School often compared to?
Dixie Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lloyd High School, Scott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dixie Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Dixie Heights High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dixie Heights High School?
1,524 students attend Dixie Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dixie Heights High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dixie Heights High School?
Dixie Heights High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixie Heights High School offer ?
Dixie Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixie Heights High School part of?
Dixie Heights High School is part of Kenton County School District.
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