High Schools in Fort Thomas Independent


Summary:

The Fort Thomas Independent school district in Kentucky is home to one exceptional high school, Highlands High School. This school has consistently ranked among the top 4 high schools in the state over the past 3 years, earning a 5-star rating from School Digger and boasting a remarkable 93.5% 4-year graduation rate, well above the state average.

Highlands High School's students demonstrate exceptional performance on state assessments, with the majority scoring proficient or better in subjects like Mathematics, Reading, Science, Writing, and Social Studies. The school's test scores significantly exceed the state and district averages, indicating a strong academic program and effective teaching practices. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.5 and higher-than-average spending per student, the Fort Thomas Independent school district appears to be investing significant resources into Highlands High School, contributing to its outstanding performance.

While the school's overall performance is exceptional, the chronic absenteeism rate of 25.0% could be an area for further investigation and potential improvement. Nevertheless, Highlands High School stands out as a model of excellence in the state's education system, delivering exceptional academic outcomes for its students and maintaining its position as one of the top-performing high schools in Kentucky.

District Detail

 28 N Ft Thomas Ave
Fort Thomas, KY 41075

 (859) 781-3333

SchoolDigger Rank:
3rd of 157 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 3,170

Primary Schools: 3
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
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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