Bourbon County High School

Bourbon County
3341 Lexington Road
Paris, KY 40361
790 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Bourbon County High School, located in Paris, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Bourbon County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous core curriculum and diverse extracurricular opportunities. Its mission is centered on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or enlisting in the military, by focusing on critical thinking, personal development, and community engagement.

Beyond academics, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the surrounding community. Bourbon County High offers a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and vocational organizations that encourage student involvement and school spirit. By prioritizing a balance of traditional instruction and practical, real-world skill building, the school strives to empower its student body to succeed in a rapidly evolving world while maintaining the traditions and values of their local Kentucky community.
790
Total Students
45.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    576 (72.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    166 (21.0 %)
  • Black
    24 (3.0 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (2.7 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.4 %)
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: Bourbon County
Phone: (859)987-2185
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 790
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 417
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25

* 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 9 216
Grade 10 192
Grade 11 186
Grade 12 191
Ungraded 5
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Paris High School
Paris Independent
221 Students
308 W 7th St
Paris, KY 40361 (1.6 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th