Thomas Nelson High School
669 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Thomas Nelson High School, located in Bardstown, Kentucky, serves as a public secondary institution committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12. As a member of the Nelson County School District, the school emphasizes a blend of traditional classroom learning, extracurricular engagement, and career-readiness initiatives designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The campus is known for fostering a "Generals" spirit, encouraging student involvement in athletics, the arts, and various service-oriented clubs that contribute to the local community.
Beyond its core curriculum, Thomas Nelson High School places a significant focus on modern pedagogical strategies and student wellness. By integrating technology into daily instruction and maintaining a supportive administrative framework, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking and collaborative skills. Its location in Bardstown allows the institution to serve a diverse student population, drawing on the local culture and regional partnerships to offer pathways that range from college preparatory programs to vocational and technical training.
Beyond its core curriculum, Thomas Nelson High School places a significant focus on modern pedagogical strategies and student wellness. By integrating technology into daily instruction and maintaining a supportive administrative framework, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking and collaborative skills. Its location in Bardstown allows the institution to serve a diverse student population, drawing on the local culture and regional partnerships to offer pathways that range from college preparatory programs to vocational and technical training.
669
Total Students
32.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 628 |
| Hispanic | 22 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 5 |
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White628 (93.9 %)
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Hispanic22 (3.3 %)
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Black10 (1.5 %)
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Two or More5 (0.7 %)
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Asian4 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Nelson County |
| Phone: | (502)349-4650 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 669 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 237 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 39 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
174
Grade 10
185
Grade 11
164
Grade 12
146
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 174 |
| Grade 10 | 185 |
| Grade 11 | 164 |
| Grade 12 | 146 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 307 | 45.9% |
| Male | 362 | 54.1% |
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