Breathitt County High School is a public high school located in the city of Jackson, Kentucky nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Kentucky. The 2023 enrollment is 519 students. The school colors are royal blue and white.
Serving 669 students in grades 7-12, Breathitt County 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 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breathitt County High School's student population of 669 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Breathitt County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breathitt County High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1007 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
98%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breathitt County High School's ranking?
Breathitt County High School is ranked #1007 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Breathitt County High School?
The graduation rate of Breathitt County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Breathitt County High School?
669 students attend Breathitt County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Breathitt County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breathitt County High School?
Breathitt County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breathitt County High School offer ?
Breathitt County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breathitt County High School part of?
Breathitt County High School is part of Breathitt County School District.
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