Serving 867 students in grades 9-12, Waggener 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waggener High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waggener High School's student population of 867 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waggener High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waggener 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
#1108 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
46%
11%
White
27%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waggener High School's ranking?
Waggener High School is ranked #1108 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Waggener High School often compared to?
Waggener High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waggener High School?
The graduation rate of Waggener High School is 83%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waggener High School?
867 students attend Waggener High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Waggener High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waggener High School?
Waggener High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waggener High School offer ?
Waggener High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waggener High School part of?
Waggener High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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