Martha Layne Collins High School
1,174 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Martha Layne Collins High School, located in Shelbyville, Kentucky, is a prominent secondary institution within the Shelby County Public Schools district. Opened in 2010, the school is named in honor of Martha Layne Collins, who served as the 53rd Governor of Kentucky and remains the only woman to have held that office in the state. The school is known for its modern facility and serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement.
Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and various career-pathway programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. Beyond the classroom, Collins High School is well-regarded for its robust athletic programs, performing arts departments, and a variety of student-led clubs and organizations. By focusing on a culture of "Titan Pride," the school strives to instill leadership, integrity, and lifelong learning in its students, positioning itself as a central hub for educational growth in the Shelbyville community.
Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and various career-pathway programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. Beyond the classroom, Collins High School is well-regarded for its robust athletic programs, performing arts departments, and a variety of student-led clubs and organizations. By focusing on a culture of "Titan Pride," the school strives to instill leadership, integrity, and lifelong learning in its students, positioning itself as a central hub for educational growth in the Shelbyville community.
1,174
Total Students
65.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 651 |
| Hispanic | 351 |
| Black | 83 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More | 74 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White651 (55.5 %)
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Hispanic351 (29.9 %)
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Black83 (7.1 %)
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Two or More74 (6.3 %)
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Asian13 (1.1 %)
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American Indian2 (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: | Shelby County |
| Phone: | (502)647-1160 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,174 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 65.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 442 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 7 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
324
Grade 10
328
Grade 11
267
Grade 12
251
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 324 |
| Grade 10 | 328 |
| Grade 11 | 267 |
| Grade 12 | 251 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 564 | 48% |
| Male | 610 | 52% |
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