GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL

George Rogers Clark High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Winchester, KY with about 1,590 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 87 teachers, George Rogers Clark High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

George Rogers Clark High School, located in Winchester, Kentucky, serves as the primary public high school for Clark County. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school is well-known for its strong emphasis on both academic achievement and robust extracurricular programming. The campus serves a diverse student body and offers a wide array of courses, including Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities and vocational training, aimed at preparing students for post-secondary education and career readiness.

Beyond the classroom, the school is perhaps best recognized for its storied athletic history—particularly its basketball program—which consistently draws significant community support and fosters a strong sense of school spirit. The facility itself is a modern, expansive campus designed to support a variety of student interests, ranging from fine arts and music programs to competitive academic teams. Overall, George Rogers Clark High School functions as the hub of Winchester’s educational landscape, focusing on cultivating student growth while maintaining deep ties to the traditions and pride of the surrounding Clark County area.

For more information, contact George Rogers Clark High School at (859) 744-6111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.