Grayson County High School is the only major high school located in Leitchfield, Kentucky, United States. The school is home to approximately 1300 students with a lightly fluctuating population throughout the year.
Serving 1,180 students in grades 9-12, Grayson 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 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,180 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grayson County High School's student population of 1,180 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Purple and Gold
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
Average Class Size
32 students
School Rankings
Grayson 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 Grayson County High School is 0.10, 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
#801 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
71%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grayson County High School's ranking?
Grayson County High School is ranked #801 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grayson County High School?
The graduation rate of Grayson County High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grayson County High School?
1,180 students attend Grayson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Grayson County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grayson County High School?
Grayson County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grayson County High School offer ?
Grayson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grayson County High School part of?
Grayson County High School is part of Grayson County School District.
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