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#14 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 1% in state

Dupont Manual High

High School · Jefferson County

120 West Lee Street, Louisville, KY 40208

Enrollment

1,922

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

9.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#14 of 1,284

In Louisville

#1 of 147

public schools

In district

#1 of 149

Jefferson County

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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9.3/10

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About Dupont Manual High

Dupont Manual High is a public high school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Dupont Manual High serves approximately 1,922 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dupont Manual High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Dupont Manual High show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Dupont Manual High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

duPont Manual High School is a public magnet high school located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky 1 . The school serves students in grades 9 through 12 and operates as part of the Jefferson County Public School District 1 . It has been recognized by the United States Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School 1 .
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How it compares4.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.3
  • KY avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency85% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation61.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Dupont Manual High — Students at Dupont Manual High score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.8% (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
78%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2025
Math
83%
ELA
87%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Dupont Manual High Compares

See how Dupont Manual High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in KY
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
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
23%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
111 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
61.3% 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

120 West Lee Street, Louisville, KY 40208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dupont Manual High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PRESENTATION ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ahrens Educational Resource Center (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Noe Middle Louisville 0.1 mi 7.9
U of L PACT Program Louisville 0.3 mi
Cochran Elementary Louisville 0.4 mi 6.6
Shelby Academy Louisville 0.7 mi 4.8
Engelhard Elementary Louisville 1.1 mi 3.4
Churchill Park School Louisville 1.1 mi 5.0
HEUSER HEARING & LANGUAGE ACADEMY Louisville 1.2 mi
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville 1.2 mi
Mcferran Preparatory Academy Louisville 1.0 mi 2.9
Western Day Treatment Louisville 1.0 mi
Pathfinder School of Innovation Louisville 1.3 mi 5.4
Dawson Orman Education Center Louisville 1.3 mi 5.0
PRESENTATION ACADEMY Louisville 1.4 mi 8.6
Meyzeek Middle Louisville 1.5 mi 6.8
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville 1.7 mi 8.2
Frayser Elementary Louisville 1.5 mi 3.9
Ackerly Louisville 1.8 mi
Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville 2.0 mi 5.3
J. Graham Brown School Louisville 2.0 mi 8.7
Audubon Traditional Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,714

Median Home Value

$153,100

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

15,287

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

27.6%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

38.1%

Median Age

22.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Atherton High Louisville, KY 8.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dupont Manual High

What grades does Dupont Manual High serve?

Dupont Manual High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Dupont Manual High?

Dupont Manual High has an enrollment of approximately 1,922 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dupont Manual High?

The student-teacher ratio at Dupont Manual High is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dupont Manual High rank in KY?

Dupont Manual High ranks #14 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Dupont Manual High's MySchoolScout rating?

Dupont Manual High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Dupont Manual High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dupont Manual High has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dupont Manual High a charter school?

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

Is Dupont Manual High a Title I school?

No, Dupont Manual High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dupont Manual High?

22.5% of students at Dupont Manual High 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,922
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
111
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
94,793
Schools in District
171
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,200
District Rank
#1 of 149

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