High Schools in Clinton County

Clinton County, Kentucky is home to two high schools: Clinton County High School and Foothills Academy. While Clinton County High School is the larger of the two, ranking 102 out of 254 Kentucky high schools, it performs below the state average in several academic areas. In contrast, the smaller Foothills Academy consistently ranks in the bottom tier of Kentucky high schools.

Clinton County High School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 93.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.1%, but its academic performance is generally below the state average, with only 18% of 10th-grade students proficient or better in mathematics, 32% in reading, and 24% in science. However, the school performs better in writing (68% proficient or better) and social studies (54% proficient or better). Both Clinton County High School and Foothills Academy serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 72.29% and 100% of their students, respectively, receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

Foothills Academy, with only 21 students enrolled, has a very low student-teacher ratio of 4.2, which could potentially provide more individualized attention for its students. However, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom tier of Kentucky high schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The stark contrast in school performance and size between Clinton County High School and Foothills Academy highlights the unique challenges and needs of the schools serving the Clinton County community.