Somerset High School is a public high school in Somerset, Kentucky, United States. Somerset High School, with a student population of 509, is a comprehensive high school. Students may choose among four diploma programs including the standard, academic, college preparatory, and commonwealth diplomas.
Serving 526 students in grades 9-12, Somerset High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset High School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1888
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Somerset High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset High School is 0.32, 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
#475 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cecil The Briar Jumper
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset High School's ranking?
Somerset High School is ranked #475 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Somerset High School often compared to?
Somerset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Somerset High School?
The graduation rate of Somerset High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Somerset High School?
526 students attend Somerset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Somerset High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerset High School?
Somerset High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Somerset High School offer ?
Somerset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset High School part of?
Somerset High School is part of Somerset Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2013
Hi I'm Bernadette I'm a girl 15year I come from Hong Kong city I want to study in US but I'm not US citizens I still can study in somerset high school?
I have a friend her brother is US citizens he study in Somerset High School
I hope can study with her brother and I can live in her house she will be my homestay family!
I have a question.. somerset high school will admission me? And how are much the school tuition? Can i get free? I hope you can answer my question thank!
Bernadette
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