Doss High School is a high school located in southwestern Louisville, Kentucky, United States. As of the 2017–2018 school year, there were 1,040 students at the school.
Serving 1,235 students in grades 9-12, Doss High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doss High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Doss High School's student population of 1,235 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Doss High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doss High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1170 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
27%
10%
Black
47%
11%
White
19%
71%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doss High School's ranking?
Doss High School is ranked #1170 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doss High School?
The graduation rate of Doss High School is 81%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Doss High School?
1,235 students attend Doss High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Doss High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doss High School?
Doss High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Doss High School offer ?
Doss High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doss High School part of?
Doss High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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