Serving 1,071 students in grades 9-12, Scott High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Scott High School's student population of 1,071 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scott High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott High School is 0.29, which is less 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
#370 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
11%
White
84%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott High School's ranking?
Scott High School is ranked #370 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Scott High School often compared to?
Scott High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simon Kenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scott High School?
The graduation rate of Scott High School is 87%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Scott High School?
1,071 students attend Scott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Scott High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott High School?
Scott High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scott High School offer ?
Scott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott High School part of?
Scott High School is part of Kenton County School District.
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