Prestonsburg High School, located in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is one of three public high schools in the Floyd County School District of eastern Kentucky
Serving 498 students in grades 9-12, Prestonsburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than 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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prestonsburg High School's student population of 498 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Blackcats
School Rankings
Prestonsburg 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 Prestonsburg High School is 0.08, 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
#886 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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: Blackcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prestonsburg High School's ranking?
Prestonsburg High School is ranked #886 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Prestonsburg High School often compared to?
Prestonsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betsy Layne High School, Floyd Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Prestonsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Prestonsburg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Prestonsburg High School?
498 students attend Prestonsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Prestonsburg High School students are White, 2% 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 Prestonsburg High School?
Prestonsburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Prestonsburg High School offer ?
Prestonsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prestonsburg High School part of?
Prestonsburg High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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