Knox Central High School

Knox Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
100 Panther Way,  Barbourville, KY
Knox County Public Schools
3.5
3.5
751 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jeff Frost
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
49
Full Time Teachers
49
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
22%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
179:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%
White
96.1%
Black
1.4%
Two or more races
1.3%
Hispanic
<1%
Native American
<1%
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.
Eastern Kentucky University 182 Students
University of Kentucky 148 Students
University of the Cumberlands 139 Students
Western Kentucky University 80 Students
Lincoln Memorial University 75 Students
Union College - Kentucky 69 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 54 Students
University of Louisville 43 Students
Morehead State University 43 Students
Berea College 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 46 Students
Nursing 43 Students
Psychology 30 Students
Business 22 Students
Education 21 Students
Elementary Education 20 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Veterinary Sciences 15 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 13 Students
Physical Therapy 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 120 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/22/2025
My experience at Knox Central High School has mainly been good. The atmosphere, the teachers, and the learning have all been amazing. They try their hardest to make sure students are interested in coming to school. The only complaint that I would make is some of the coaches I have had experience with in my time there.
5.0 Senior
3/6/2024
I've loved every second of being at central and I'd do it all over again. They make you feel like family. It feels like home and never a dull moment in all 4 years of high school
4.0 Alum
3/19/2023
I enjoyed all four years of high school at Central High School in Knoxville, TN because it was a very diverse school. The school itself was big & had so many students from different backgrounds. All the teachers did an excellent job at adapting to each & every one of the students needs.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 4 Reviews
3.0 student
11/8/2010
Kc has Its ups and downs. If a student is committed and hardworking, Central gives them a clear, challenging, rewarding path to success. It should be understood that a majority of low test scores stem from the high number of students from broken, impoverished family's, a result from the lack of deve...
4.0 student
3/4/2010
Knox Central High School is truly a great school. It has something for everyone. If you want to take advanced classes, you have a wide selection. If you want to take simple classes, you have a wide selection. There are many interesting electives and clubs. I am a Junior and currently have a 28 on my...
2.0 student
11/12/2008
5.0 student
11/25/2007

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Knox Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Barbourville, KY, in the Barbourville neighborhood, and is served by the Knox County Public Schools in Kentucky. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 751 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Knox Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $204,159. Discover additional schools in the area, like Knox Appalachian School, Barbourville Learning Center, Knox County Learning Academy, and more. Learn more about what Barbourville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Knox Central High School.

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