Owsley County High School
373 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Owsley County High School is a public secondary school located in the rural community of Booneville, Kentucky. Serving as the primary high school for Owsley County, the institution plays a central role in the local community, emphasizing small class sizes and a close-knit environment where educators can provide personalized attention to students. The school is part of a district dedicated to preparing its students for success in both higher education and the local workforce, despite the challenges often associated with being located in one of Kentucky’s most economically isolated regions.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Owsley County High School is deeply integrated into the culture of Booneville, often serving as a focal point for community spirit and extracurricular activities. The school maintains a strong commitment to fostering school pride and student engagement through athletics and various clubs. By prioritizing a supportive learning atmosphere, the school strives to empower its student body to overcome regional limitations and pursue diverse post-secondary opportunities, remaining a vital pillar for the future development of Owsley County.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Owsley County High School is deeply integrated into the culture of Booneville, often serving as a focal point for community spirit and extracurricular activities. The school maintains a strong commitment to fostering school pride and student engagement through athletics and various clubs. By prioritizing a supportive learning atmosphere, the school strives to empower its student body to overcome regional limitations and pursue diverse post-secondary opportunities, remaining a vital pillar for the future development of Owsley County.
373
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
75.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 364 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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White364 (97.6 %)
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Hispanic8 (2.1 %)
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Two or More1 (0.3 %)
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: | Owsley County |
| Phone: | (606)593-5185 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 373 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 281 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
46
Grade 7
56
Grade 8
60
Grade 9
55
Grade 10
44
Grade 11
57
Grade 12
55
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 46 |
| Grade 7 | 56 |
| Grade 8 | 60 |
| Grade 9 | 55 |
| Grade 10 | 44 |
| Grade 11 | 57 |
| Grade 12 | 55 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 174 | 46.6% |
| Male | 199 | 53.4% |
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