Very Good

#340 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 26% in state

Bellevue High School

High School · Bellevue Independent

201 Center St, Bellevue, KY 41073

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#340 of 1,284

In Bellevue

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Bellevue Independent

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Bellevue High School

Bellevue High School is a public high school in Bellevue, KY, part of Bellevue Independent. Bellevue High School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellevue High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Bellevue High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above KY schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bellevue High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

32% of students at Bellevue High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress7.7Very Good25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-0.81 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency26.5% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency30% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected-15.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile16th

College Readiness9.1Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate87%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,232

Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Bellevue High School — Students at Bellevue High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 39 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2010

Math

37%

ELA

62%

2011

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2012

Math

17%

ELA

47%

2013

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2014

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

27%

ELA

41%

2016

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2017

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2018

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2019

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

22%

ELA

29%

2025

Math

26.5%

ELA

33.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Bellevue High School Compares

See how Bellevue High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.3/10

74th percentile in KY

Academic

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

7.7/10

Very Good

Environment

8.9/10

Excellent

Sports

8 boys' · 8 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

56%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

26 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

32.1%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics16sports offered

8 boys'·8 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 Center St, Bellevue, KY 41073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bellevue High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dayton High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newport High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST URSULA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Grandview Elementary School Bellevue	0.3 mi	263	4.5
Newport High School Newport	0.4 mi	584	7.9
TRENT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Newport	0.6 mi	10	—
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Newport	0.9 mi	98	7.4
COVINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport	0.9 mi	502	5.2
NEWPORT CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport	1.1 mi	227	5.6
Lincoln Elementary School Dayton	1.1 mi	501	6.6
Newport School of Innovation Newport	1.2 mi	46	4.3
Newport Intermediate School Newport	1.2 mi	361	6.5
Dayton High School Dayton	1.2 mi	369	8.5
Newport Regional School Newport	1.2 mi	6	—
Newport Primary School Newport	1.3 mi	396	5.2
MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati	1.5 mi	252	8.1
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.6 mi	646	7.2
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.6 mi	646	7.2
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati	1.7 mi	75	3.2
ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.6 mi	209	8.2
Priority High School Cincinnati	1.8 mi	170	3.5
Dampe Community School Cincinnati	1.9 mi	102	2.1
THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati	1.9 mi	111	8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,143

Median Home Value

$186,200

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Population

5,598

College Educated

43%

Homeownership

68.3%

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bellevue High School

What grades does Bellevue High School serve?

Bellevue High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Bellevue High School?

Bellevue High School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellevue High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bellevue High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bellevue High School rank in KY?

Bellevue High School ranks #340 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Bellevue High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bellevue High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bellevue High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellevue High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bellevue High School a charter school?

No, Bellevue High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bellevue High School a Title I school?

No, Bellevue High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bellevue High School?

55.8% of students at Bellevue High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.