High Schools in Jackson County

The Jackson County school district in Kentucky is home to two high schools: Jackson County High School and Barnabus Home High School. While both schools serve economically disadvantaged student populations, Jackson County High School stands out as the stronger performer, with higher rankings, graduation rates, and academic outcomes.

Jackson County High School is the larger of the two schools, with 551 students, and it has earned a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, ranking 76th out of 254 Kentucky high schools. The school's four-year graduation rate is an impressive 93.5%, and its dropout rate is relatively low at 1.1%. Academically, Jackson County High School outperforms the state and county averages in reading, writing, and social studies, though its math scores are slightly below the average.

In contrast, Barnabus Home High School has a much smaller enrollment of just 11 students and a higher student-teacher ratio of 22. The school also has a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating an even greater concentration of economically disadvantaged students. While the data suggests that Barnabus Home High School faces significant challenges, Jackson County High School appears to be providing a more consistent and higher-quality educational experience for its students.