To see the school in Hoschton, Georgia, click the provided link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackson_County_Comprehensive_High_School Jackson County High School is a public high school which was established in 1967 and is located in the City of McKee, KY.
Serving 551 students in grades 9-12, Jackson County High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jackson County High School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Jackson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson County High School is 0.04, 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
#661 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County High School's ranking?
Jackson County High School is ranked #661 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jackson County High School?
551 students attend Jackson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jackson County High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson County High School?
Jackson County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson County High School offer ?
Jackson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson County High School part of?
Jackson County High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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