Monroe Co High
517 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Monroe County High School, located in Tompkinsville, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding rural community. As a cornerstone of the Monroe County School District, the school is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, pursue vocational training, or enroll in higher education. The school environment emphasizes a blend of traditional academic rigor and a supportive community atmosphere, typical of a small-town educational setting where faculty and staff often work closely with families to foster student success.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Monroe County High School is deeply integrated into the local culture through its extracurricular programs, which play a significant role in school spirit and community engagement. The school supports a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and service organizations that provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills and personal interests. By maintaining its location on Old Mulkey Road, the school remains a central hub for the youth of Tompkinsville, striving to balance modern educational standards with the values and traditions of the Monroe County area.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Monroe County High School is deeply integrated into the local culture through its extracurricular programs, which play a significant role in school spirit and community engagement. The school supports a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and service organizations that provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills and personal interests. By maintaining its location on Old Mulkey Road, the school remains a central hub for the youth of Tompkinsville, striving to balance modern educational standards with the values and traditions of the Monroe County area.
517
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 448 |
| Hispanic | 46 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White448 (86.7 %)
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Hispanic46 (8.9 %)
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Two or More14 (2.7 %)
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Black6 (1.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Primarily virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Monroe County |
| Phone: | (270)487-6217 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 517 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 315 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 29 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
144
Grade 10
114
Grade 11
117
Grade 12
142
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 144 |
| Grade 10 | 114 |
| Grade 11 | 117 |
| Grade 12 | 142 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 239 | 46.2% |
| Male | 278 | 53.8% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)