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George Rogers Clark High School

High School · Clark County

2745 New Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY 40391

Enrollment

1,704

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Winchester

#5 of 9

public schools

Kentucky high schools

#163 of 279

In district

#5 of 9

Clark County

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About George Rogers Clark High School

George Rogers Clark High School serves 1,704 students in grades 9-12 in Winchester, Kentucky, making it a substantial presence in this Clark County community. With 90 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for reasonable class sizes in this regular public high school setting. Academically, George Rogers Clark ranks in the middle tier of Kentucky high schools at #657 out of 1,288 schools statewide, placing it in the 49th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10.

The school shows balanced performance across core subjects, with 44% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 42% reach proficiency in Mathematics. These results indicate the school has room for academic growth as it works to support student achievement. The school draws from a diverse economic community where the median household income is $62,198 and median home values average $182,700.

About 20% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 15.1% among the ZIP code's 36,584 residents. George Rogers Clark High School sits on New Boonesboro Road in Winchester, serving as an educational cornerstone in this historic Kentucky town.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Overall Proficiency43%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,522

George Rogers Clark High School — Students at George Rogers Clark High School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
44%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How George Rogers Clark High School Compares

See how George Rogers Clark High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in KY
Academic
7.0/10
7.0/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
3.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers

Location

2745 New Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY 40391

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Rogers Clark High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brenda Cowan Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Athens-Chilesburg Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garrett Morgan Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenix Academy Winchester 1.5 mi 5.9
Robert D. Campbell Jr. High Winchester 1.7 mi 5.2
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winchester 2.2 mi 6.3
Clark County Preschool Winchester 2.4 mi 7.2
Strode Station Elementary School Winchester 2.8 mi 7.7
Rev. Henry E. Baker Sr. Interm. School Winchester 2.9 mi 5.7
ST AGATHA ACADEMY Winchester 2.7 mi 7.2
CLARK COUNTY EARLY LEARNING CENTER Winchester 3.0 mi
Shearer Elementary School Winchester 3.1 mi 6.7
GRACE BIBLE ACADEMY Winchester 3.4 mi 6.0
Willis H. Justice Elementary School Winchester 3.9 mi 7.5
William G. Conkwright Elementary Winchester 4.0 mi 5.0
Boonesborough Elementary Richmond 9.2 mi 6.8
Athens-Chilesburg Elementary Lexington 10.4 mi 8.8
Brenda Cowan Elementary Lexington 10.4 mi 9.6
Garrett Morgan Elementary Lexington 10.6 mi 8.5
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School Lexington 10.8 mi 7.9
B. Michael Caudill Middle School Richmond 13.6 mi 6.5
Glenn R Marshall Elementary School Richmond 13.7 mi 8.2
LAFONTAINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Richmond 14.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40391 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,910

Median Home Value

$197,200

Median Rent

$884/mo

Population

36,729

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding George Rogers Clark High School has a median household income of $67,910. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,200, with a median rent of $884/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Daviess County High School Owensboro, KY 6.1
McCracken County High School Paducah, KY 6.1
Doss High Louisville, KY 6.0
Ohio County High School Hartford, KY 6.0
South Warren High School Bowling Green, KY 6.0
Barren County High School Glasgow, KY 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Rogers Clark High School

What grades does George Rogers Clark High School serve?

George Rogers Clark High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend George Rogers Clark High School?

George Rogers Clark High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,704 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Rogers Clark High School?

The student-teacher ratio at George Rogers Clark High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Rogers Clark High School rank in KY?

George Rogers Clark High School is ranked #678 out of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is George Rogers Clark High School's MySchoolScout rating?

George Rogers Clark High School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at George Rogers Clark High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, George Rogers Clark High School has 36.3% math proficiency and 42.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is George Rogers Clark High School a charter school?

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

Is George Rogers Clark High School a Title I school?

No, George Rogers Clark High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Rogers Clark High School?

55.2% of students at George Rogers Clark 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,966/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Winchester). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,704
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clark County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Clark County
District Enrollment
5,390
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,438
District Rank
#5 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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