High Schools in Owen County

There is only one high school located in Owen County, Kentucky - Owen County High School. The school serves students in grades 9-12 and has a student population that faces significant economic challenges, with over 50% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

While Owen County High School has a strong 4-year graduation rate of 90.7%, which is higher than the state average, the school's academic performance lags behind state benchmarks. Its test scores on the ACT and Kentucky State Assessments are consistently lower than the state averages across multiple subject areas and grade levels, with proficiency rates ranging from 23% to 41% compared to state averages of 36% to 46%. This suggests the school may be struggling to prepare its students for academic success.

The school's per-student spending is slightly higher than the state average, and its student-teacher ratio is also slightly higher than the recommended range, which could indicate resource allocation challenges. Over the past three school years, Owen County High School's statewide ranking has declined, from 191 out of 271 Kentucky high schools in 2021-2022 to 204 out of 290 in 2023-2024, further highlighting the need for targeted interventions to improve the school's performance and provide its students with the best possible educational opportunities.