Summary:
Clay County, Kentucky has only one high school, Clay County High School, which serves the entire county. This school is a relatively high-performing institution, ranking 32 out of 159 school districts in Clay County and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Clay County High School has a graduation rate of 91.4%, which exceeds the state average. While the school's ACT proficiency scores are generally below the state averages, its Kentucky State Assessment (KSA) proficiency scores in reading, writing, and editing/mechanics are above the state averages. This suggests that the school is performing well in these academic areas. The school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with 70.15% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite the challenges of serving a high-needs population, Clay County High School appears to be a strong performer within its district. The school's higher-than-average spending per student ($13,666) and relatively low student-teacher ratio (13.2 students per teacher) may contribute to its academic success. Overall, Clay County High School seems to be providing a quality education to the students in its community.
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