Serving 1,267 students in grades 9-12, South Oldham High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,267 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Minority Enrollment: 15%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1% in KY)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 61% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 63% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 20% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
South Oldham High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Oldham High School is 0.27, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Oldham High School?
The graduation rate of South Oldham High School is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Oldham High School?
1,267 students attend South Oldham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Oldham High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Oldham High School?
South Oldham High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Oldham High School offer ?
South Oldham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Oldham High School part of?
Staff that cares. Students that want to learn. Community that supports....This school creates community, and involves themselves in more than just classroom learning! Strong foundations creating strong relationships.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,267 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Minority Enrollment: 15%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 61% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 63% (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
: 20% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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