For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 260 students in Barlow, KY.
The top ranked public high school in Barlow, KY is Ballard Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barlow, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Barlow have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public high schools.
Barlow, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ballard Memorial High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Barlow, KY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard Memorial High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
11 Vocational School Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Barlow, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in Barlow, KY include Ballard Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in Barlow?
2 public high schools are located in Barlow.
What is the racial composition of students in Barlow?
Barlow public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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