High Schools in Warren County

The 9 high schools located in Warren County, Kentucky serve students in grades 9-12. The district includes a mix of traditional public high schools as well as some smaller alternative schools. Overall, the performance of the schools in the district varies, with a few standout high-achieving schools and several lower-performing institutions.

South Warren High School and Greenwood High School are the top-performing high schools in the district, consistently ranking among the best in Kentucky. These schools have high test scores, strong graduation rates, and relatively low rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, Beacon Academy and GEO International High School lag behind the other schools in the district, with significantly lower test scores and graduation rates.

The performance of the schools in Warren County appears to be closely tied to the socioeconomic status of the student population, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rates. The higher-performing schools have lower free/reduced lunch rates, while the lower-performing schools have higher rates. Additionally, the smaller alternative schools, such as Lighthouse Academy and Rivendell High School, face unique challenges, with lower graduation rates and test scores compared to the larger, traditional high schools.