Doss High

Doss High serves 1,087 students in grades 9-12 in Louisville's Jefferson County, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1 and 71 full-time equivalent teachers. The school currently ranks in the 17th percentile statewide, holding the #1068 position among Kentucky's 1288 schools, with academic performance showing room for growth as the school works to support student development. Test results indicate that 28% of students demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading, while 23% achieve proficiency in mathematics across grade levels.

These scores reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen academic outcomes and provide enhanced educational support for the student body. The school draws from a diverse community in the 40214 ZIP code, where families have a median household income of $55,218 and median home values of $169,700. About 22% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 16.7% among the 46,033 residents in this Louisville neighborhood.

Located on St. Andrews Church Road, Doss High operates within Louisville's large city environment, providing students access to urban resources and opportunities while serving a substantial residential community in Jefferson County.

While current test scores at Doss High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.