Serving 488 students in grades 9-12, Leslie County High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leslie County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Leslie County High School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Leslie County High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leslie County High School is 0.02, 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
#88 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%

Black
1%
11%

White
99%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Leslie County High School's ranking?
Leslie County High School is ranked #88 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leslie County High School?
The graduation rate of Leslie County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Leslie County High School?
488 students attend Leslie County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Leslie County High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leslie County High School?
Leslie County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Leslie County High School offer ?
Leslie County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leslie County High School part of?
Leslie County High School is part of Leslie County School District.
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