Serving 873 students in grades 9-12, Mason County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mason County High School's student population of 873 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Mason County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason County High School is 0.36, which is less 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
#941 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mason County High School's ranking?
Mason County High School is ranked #941 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mason County High School?
The graduation rate of Mason County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mason County High School?
873 students attend Mason County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mason County High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mason County High School?
Mason County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mason County High School offer ?
Mason County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mason County High School part of?
Mason County High School is part of Mason County School District.
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