Serving 1,090 students in grades 9-12, Iroquois 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 9% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iroquois High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Iroquois High School's student population of 1,090 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Iroquois 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 Iroquois High School is 0.61, 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
#1252 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
58%
11%
White
18%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iroquois High School's ranking?
Iroquois High School is ranked #1252 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Iroquois High School often compared to?
Iroquois High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doss High School, Central High Magnet Career Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iroquois High School?
The graduation rate of Iroquois High School is 81%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iroquois High School?
1,090 students attend Iroquois High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Iroquois High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iroquois High School?
Iroquois High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Iroquois High School offer ?
Iroquois High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Iroquois High School part of?
Iroquois High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Iroquois High School located?
Iroquois High School is located in the Beechmont neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Beechmont.
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