Henry Clay High School is an American public high school in Lexington, Kentucky. Opened on Main Street in 1928, it was named in honor of the Kentuckian and United States statesman, Henry Clay. The Main Street location now houses the main offices of the Fayette County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools system.
Serving 1,990 students in grades 9-12, Henry Clay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Clay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry Clay High School's student population of 1,990 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Henry Clay High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Clay High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
49%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Clay High School's ranking?
Henry Clay High School is ranked #517 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henry Clay High School often compared to?
Henry Clay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, Lafayette High School, Bryan Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henry Clay High School?
The graduation rate of Henry Clay High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henry Clay High School?
1,990 students attend Henry Clay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Henry Clay High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Clay High School?
Henry Clay High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henry Clay High School offer ?
Henry Clay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Clay High School part of?
Henry Clay High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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