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#287 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 22% in state

Corbin High School

High School · Corbin Independent

1901 Snyder Street, Corbin, KY 40701

Enrollment

813

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#287 of 1,284

In Corbin

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Corbin Independent

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Corbin High School

7.5/10

High School in Corbin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Corbin Educational Center

4.1/10

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About Corbin High School

Corbin High School is a public high school in Corbin, KY, part of Corbin Independent. Corbin High School serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Corbin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Corbin High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above KY schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • KY avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation17.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,165
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Corbin High School — Students at Corbin High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 32 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
47%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
66%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Corbin High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
78th percentile in KY
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
17.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

1901 Snyder Street, Corbin, KY 40701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Corbin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sublimity Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby London), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keavy Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Keavy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corbin, see our Corbin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Corbin Educational Center Corbin 0.6 mi 4.1
Corbin School of Innovation Corbin 0.7 mi 7.8
CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corbin 0.8 mi 9.2
High School Homebound Corbin 1.3 mi
Elementary Homebound Corbin 1.3 mi
Corbin Middle School Corbin 1.5 mi 7.5
Corbin Preschool Corbin 1.5 mi 3.9
Corbin Primary Corbin 3.0 mi 8.9
Lynn Camp Middle High School Corbin 3.3 mi
Lynn Camp Elementary School Corbin 3.5 mi 3.8
Hunter Hills Elementary School Corbin 4.5 mi 8.5
Oak Grove Elementary School Corbin 4.2 mi 6.4
Whitley County North Elementary School Rockholds 5.2 mi 7.4
Keavy Elementary School Keavy 6.3 mi 9.1
Camp Ground Elementary School London 9.0 mi 7.8
Cold Hill Elementary School London 9.8 mi 8.6
Wyan-Pine Grove Elementary London 10.1 mi 7.2
Sublimity Elementary School London 11.0 mi 9.5
Whitley County Central Primary School Williamsburg 10.9 mi 5.9
Whitley County Alternative School Williamsburg 11.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,288

Median Home Value

$162,500

Median Rent

$733/mo

Population

29,767

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Mercer County Senior High School Harrodsburg, KY 7.5
Adair County High School Columbia, KY 7.4
Danville High School Danville, KY 7.6
Elizabethtown High School Elizabethtown, KY 7.4
Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland, KY 7.6
Somerset High School Somerset, KY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Corbin High School

What grades does Corbin High School serve?

Corbin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Corbin High School?

Corbin High School has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Corbin High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Corbin High School rank in KY?

Corbin High School ranks #287 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Corbin High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Corbin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Corbin High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Corbin High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Corbin High School a charter school?

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

Is Corbin High School a Title I school?

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

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

55.6% of students at Corbin 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Whitley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Corbin Independent
District Enrollment
3,007
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,165
District Rank
#4 of 7

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