Pulaski County High School is a public high school located in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States. It is operated by Pulaski County Schools. It serves the communities of Eubank, Shopville, Woodstock, and parts of the City of Somerset, Kentucky.
Serving 1,173 students in grades 9-12, Pulaski County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pulaski County High School's student population of 1,173 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pulaski County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pulaski County High School is 0.19, 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
#266 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
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: The Maroon (pirate)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski County High School's ranking?
Pulaski County High School is ranked #266 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Pulaski County High School often compared to?
Pulaski County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern High School, Somerset High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pulaski County High School?
The graduation rate of Pulaski County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pulaski County High School?
1,173 students attend Pulaski County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pulaski County High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pulaski County High School?
Pulaski County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pulaski County High School offer ?
Pulaski County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pulaski County High School part of?
Pulaski County High School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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