Lawrence County High School is a public high school in Louisa, Kentucky located at 100 Bulldog Lane, Louisa, KY 41230.
Serving 754 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence 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 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence County High School's student population of 754 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Rankings
Lawrence 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 Lawrence County High School is 0.06, 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
#748 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence County High School's ranking?
Lawrence County High School is ranked #748 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lawrence County High School often compared to?
Lawrence County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betsy Layne High School, Pikeville High School by visitors of our site.
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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence County High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lawrence County High School?
754 students attend Lawrence County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lawrence County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence County High School?
Lawrence County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lawrence County High School offer ?
Lawrence County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence County High School part of?
Lawrence County High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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