Knott County Central High School

Knott County
76 Patriot Lane
Hindman, KY 41822
552 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Knott County Central High School, located at 76 Patriot Lane in Hindman, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for students within the Knott County School District. Situated in the heart of the Appalachian region, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its role in fostering both academic development and regional identity. The school’s mascot, the Patriot, reflects a strong sense of school spirit and community pride that permeates its extracurricular programs, including athletics and various student organizations.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Knott County Central emphasizes the importance of preparing its students for life after graduation, whether through higher education or workforce entry. The school serves as a central hub for the Hindman area, often acting as a focal point for local events and community gatherings. By balancing traditional instruction with modern educational initiatives, Knott County Central High School remains committed to supporting the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a supportive environment rooted in the values and traditions of Eastern Kentucky.
552
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    541 (98.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    6 (1.1 %)
  • Black
    5 (0.9 %)
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: Knott County
Phone: (606)785-3166
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 552
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 324
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 175
Grade 10 128
Grade 11 132
Grade 12 115
Ungraded 2
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Knott County Area Technology Center
Kentucky Tech System
1996 Highway 160 South
Hindman, KY 41822 (0.7 miles away)
High School 8th - 12th