Serving 1,523 students in grades 9-12, South Warren High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Warren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Warren High School's student population of 1,523 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Warren High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Warren High School is 0.45, 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
#218 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
73%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 South Warren High School's ranking?
South Warren High School is ranked #218 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Warren High School often compared to?
South Warren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood High School, Bowling Green High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Warren High School?
The graduation rate of South Warren High School is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Warren High School?
1,523 students attend South Warren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of South Warren High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Warren High School?
South Warren High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Warren High School offer ?
South Warren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Warren High School part of?
South Warren High School is part of Warren County School District.
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