High Schools in Ballard County


Summary:

Ballard County, Kentucky is home to a single high school, Ballard Memorial High School, which serves grades 9-12. This standout institution is ranked 32nd out of 254 Kentucky high schools, placing it in the top 13% statewide, and has maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 3 years.

Ballard Memorial High School boasts a strong 93.5% 4-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. The school consistently outperforms the state and Ballard County averages on key test score metrics, including 10th grade math (61% proficient vs. 41% state), 10th grade reading (55% vs. 47% state), and 11th grade science (32% vs. 22% state). With a student-teacher ratio of 12.6, Ballard Memorial High School offers smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for its 265 students.

Despite having a relatively high percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients (56.23%), indicating a diverse student population from various socioeconomic backgrounds, Ballard Memorial High School is able to provide a quality education and exceptional outcomes. The school's significant per-student spending of $22,664 may contribute to its strong academic performance and student success.

District Detail

 11 Vocational School Road
Barlow, KY 42024

 (270) 665-8400

SchoolDigger Rank:
22nd of 157 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,015

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 2
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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