BALLARD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

Ballard Memorial High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ballard County school district, located in Barlow, KY with about 389 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Ballard Memorial High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ballard Memorial High School, located in Barlow, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for students within the Ballard County School District. As a small, rural high school, it focuses on providing a tight-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff aim to foster strong student-teacher relationships. The school is committed to academic preparation and career readiness, offering a variety of core curriculum classes alongside extracurricular opportunities intended to keep students engaged and connected to the local community.

Beyond traditional academics, Ballard Memorial places a strong emphasis on school spirit and student involvement through its athletic programs, clubs, and vocational pathways. By leveraging its position in a close-knit region of Western Kentucky, the school strives to prepare its graduates for success in post-secondary education or the workforce, prioritizing a supportive environment that encourages personal growth, integrity, and the development of essential life skills.

For more information, contact Ballard Memorial High School at (270) 665-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.