McCreary Central High School is a high school located in Stearns, Kentucky, United States.
Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, Mccreary Central High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccreary Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mccreary Central High School's student population of 718 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1978
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Mccreary Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccreary Central High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
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: The Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccreary Central High School's ranking?
Mccreary Central High School is ranked #447 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Mccreary Central High School often compared to?
Mccreary Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Laurel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccreary Central High School?
The graduation rate of Mccreary Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mccreary Central High School?
718 students attend Mccreary Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mccreary Central High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccreary Central High School?
Mccreary Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mccreary Central High School offer ?
Mccreary Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mccreary Central High School part of?
Mccreary Central High School is part of Mccreary County School District.
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