Paintsville High School is a secondary-level school located in Paintsville, Johnson County, Kentucky and is part of the Paintsville Independent School District. Its student enrollment as of the 2023–2024 school year was 321 in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 321 students in grades 7-12, Paintsville 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paintsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Paintsville High School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paintsville 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 Paintsville High School is 0.10, 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
#642 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paintsville High School's ranking?
Paintsville High School is ranked #642 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paintsville High School often compared to?
Paintsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Central High School, Pikeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paintsville High School?
The graduation rate of Paintsville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paintsville High School?
321 students attend Paintsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Paintsville High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paintsville High School?
Paintsville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paintsville High School offer ?
Paintsville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paintsville High School part of?
Paintsville High School is part of Paintsville Independent School District.
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