PHELPS HIGH SCHOOL

Phelps High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Pike County school district, located in Phelps, KY with about 326 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 22 teachers, Phelps High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Phelps High School is a public secondary school located in the rural community of Phelps, Kentucky, situated in the mountainous region of Pike County. As the primary educational institution for the local area, the school serves students in grades 7–12. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Pike County School District and is deeply integrated into the culture of this close-knit Appalachian community, often serving as a central hub for local events and student-led activities.

The school is well-known for its identity as the "Home of the Hornets." Despite its small-town setting, Phelps High School offers a traditional academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics and career-focused programs. The faculty and staff strive to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning to college or entering the local workforce, while maintaining the school's historical commitment to fostering a supportive, family-oriented learning environment for the youth of the Phelps area.

For more information, contact Phelps High School at (606) 456-3482 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.