Harlan High School

Harlan High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
420 E Central St,  Harlan, KY
Harlan Independent Schools
3.7
4.5
449 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Britt Lawson
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
54%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
74.5%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
20%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
179:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.9%
Male
47.1%
White
85.7%
Two or more races
5.4%
Black
5.4%
Hispanic
2.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Kentucky 60 Students
Eastern Kentucky University 54 Students
University of the Cumberlands 39 Students
Lincoln Memorial University 36 Students
Morehead State University 26 Students
University of Louisville 22 Students
Western Kentucky University 20 Students
East Tennessee State University 20 Students
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College 20 Students
Transylvania University 18 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 16 Students
Psychology 15 Students
Biology 9 Students
Business 8 Students
Chemistry 8 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 7 Students
Criminology 7 Students
Pre-Law Studies 7 Students
Education 6 Students
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 31 Reviews
5.0 Senior
6/3/2019
I love Harlan High. I'm a rising senior and do not regret my choice. I love the bond between administration and students and how involved the students are with activities. Since we are a small school, students are involved in more than one activity and the teachers make sure to balance our school work in accordance to our busy schedules. The work is tough but when it comes time to take the ACT or apply for colleges or scholarships they really prepare us to be ready for whatever.
3.0 NicheUser
10/7/2015
The school has provided a good education for me; however, funding is a problem so they can not offer as many advanced placement (AP) classes as I would like to take.
4.0 NicheUser
1/15/2015
My school offers a variety of after school activities ranging from academic clubs to drama club. There is an activity for anyone interested, all under control and support of teachers and various staff. All programs are made possible for anyone who wishes to participate. If a club fee cant be paid, arrangements are made so that everyone has equal opportunities.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
8/13/2024
Great School, and the staff really cares about the children
5.0 other
4/26/2011
One of if not the best school in the state of Kentucky. The teachers are excellent
5.0 parent
6/6/2009
3.0 student
7/27/2007

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Harlan High School is a public school for students in grades 5-12 in Harlan, KY and is served by the Harlan Independent Schools in Kentucky. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 449 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54% are proficient in reading. Harlan High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 74.5%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Harlan County High School, Kentucky Tech - Harlan Regional Tech Center, Rosspoint Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Harlan has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Harlan High School.

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