Williamstown Sr. High School

300 Helton Street
Williamstown, KY 41097
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Williamstown Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 200 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Williamstown Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Williamstown Sr. High School's student population of 200 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Williamstown Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown Sr. High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#336 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
40-49%
38%
50-59%
45%
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
86%
71%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Williamstown Sr. High School's ranking?
Williamstown Sr. High School is ranked #336 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Williamstown Sr. High School often compared to?
Williamstown Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant County High School, Pendleton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamstown Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Williamstown Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Williamstown Sr. High School?
200 students attend Williamstown Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Williamstown Sr. High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamstown Sr. High School?
Williamstown Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Williamstown Sr. High School offer ?
Williamstown Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamstown Sr. High School part of?
Williamstown Sr. High School is part of Williamstown Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 200 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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