HARRISON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Harrison County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Harrison County school district, located in Cynthiana, KY with about 864 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 46 teachers, Harrison County 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.

Harrison County High School, located in Cynthiana, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Harrison County School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus environment emphasizes a blend of traditional classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement, fostering a culture of community and student development within the Cynthiana area.

In addition to its core curriculum, the school offers various athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that allow students to explore their interests outside of standard academic requirements. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, Harrison County High School aims to equip its student body with the skills and values necessary to contribute positively to their local community and beyond. The school acts as a central hub for the youth of Harrison County, reflecting the values and educational goals of the surrounding region.

For more information, contact Harrison County High School at (859) 234-7117 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

320 Webster Ave
Cynthiana, KY 41031
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HARRISON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cynthiana, KY with about 864 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
Harrison County
Total Students:
864
Teachers:
46.9
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 864 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HARRISON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
92.4%
Hispanic/Latino
3.4%
Black or African American
2.1%
Two or more races
1.5%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
46.2%
Male
53.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.