LARUE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

LaRue County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the LaRue County school district, located in Hodgenville, KY with about 736 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 42 teachers, LaRue County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

LaRue County High School, located in Hodgenville, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the LaRue County School District. Situated along South Lincoln Boulevard, the school functions as a central pillar of the community, committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in grades 9 through 12. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous core curriculum requirements with diverse extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and career-technical programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic mission, LaRue County High School is deeply integrated into the local culture of Hodgenville, which is famously known as the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln. The school maintains a strong emphasis on community pride and tradition, often fostering a close-knit environment where staff and faculty work to support individual student development. By focusing on both personal growth and scholastic achievement, the institution strives to equip its graduates with the skills and values necessary to contribute positively to the broader community and the workforce.

For more information, contact LaRue County High School at (270) 358-2210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.