Johnson Central High School

Johnson County
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
955 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Johnson Central High School, located in Paintsville, Kentucky, serves as a prominent educational pillar for the students of Johnson County. As a public high school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing both academic rigor and the cultivation of school spirit. The institution offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory coursework, vocational training, or extracurricular involvement.

Beyond the classroom, Johnson Central is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and active student organizations, which play a significant role in the school’s culture. Known for its strong sense of community pride—often associated with the "Golden Eagle" mascot—the school serves as a central hub for regional events and student development. By fostering an environment that balances traditional academics with competitive extracurricular activities, Johnson Central High School remains committed to shaping well-rounded citizens within the Eastern Kentucky region.
955
Total Students
72.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    928 (97.2 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (1.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    8 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.6 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.2 %)
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: Johnson County
Phone: (606)789-2500
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 955
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 72.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 498
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4

* 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 9 253
Grade 10 238
Grade 11 228
Grade 12 235
Ungraded 1
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Paintsville High School
Paintsville Independent
333 Students
225 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240 (0.8 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th