Nicholas County


Summary:

The schools in Nicholas County, Kentucky face significant academic challenges, with both Nicholas County Elementary School and Nicholas County High School performing well below the state average on a range of key metrics.

Neither school stands out as a high performer, with Nicholas County Elementary School ranked 596th out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools and Nicholas County High School ranked 154th out of 290 Kentucky high schools. Both schools have low ratings from SchoolDigger, with the elementary school earning a 1-star rating and the high school earning a 2-star rating. Standardized test scores at both schools are significantly below the state average, with proficiency rates in core subjects like mathematics and reading lagging behind.

The schools in Nicholas County also face socioeconomic challenges, with both the elementary and high school having high rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 70.93% and 63.3%, respectively. While the district spends relatively high amounts per student, the academic outcomes do not reflect this investment, suggesting a need to evaluate the effectiveness of resource allocation and explore targeted interventions to support student achievement.

District Detail

 395 West Main St.
Carlisle, KY 40311

 (859) 289-3770

SchoolDigger Rank:
119th of 159 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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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.

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