High Schools in McCracken County


Summary:

McCracken County, Kentucky is home to one high school, McCracken County High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. This standout institution has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the 2023-2024 school year and placing 16th out of 290 Kentucky high schools.

McCracken County High School's academic performance is particularly impressive, with students outperforming state averages in key test score metrics such as ACT English (61% proficient or better vs. 44% statewide), ACT Mathematics (45% vs. 30%), KSA Mathematics (51% vs. 36%), and KSA Reading (64% vs. 46%). The school's four-year graduation rate of 93.7% is also significantly higher than the state average.

Despite serving a student population with a 43.37% free and reduced lunch rate, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population, McCracken County High School has consistently maintained its high academic standards and rankings. This suggests the school is effectively supporting and educating students from diverse backgrounds, with a per-student spending of $10,233 that is in line with the state average.

District Detail

 300 Cumberland Avenue
Paducah, KY 42001

 (270) 538-4000

SchoolDigger Rank:
20th of 159 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 7
Middle Schools: 3
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 2
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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