Very Good

#302 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 23% in state

Mercer County Senior High School

High School · Mercer County

1124 Moberly Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

753

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

753

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#302 of 1,284

In Harrodsburg

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Mercer County

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Mercer County Senior High School

Mercer County Senior High School is a public high school in Harrodsburg, KY, part of Mercer County. Mercer County Senior High School serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercer County Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #302 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Mercer County Senior High School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
District avg 7.4
KY avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.5Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics8.7Excellent25%

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

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Math Proficiency55% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency57% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected+11.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile80th

College Readiness6.4Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+

AP Participation6.6%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,658

Chronic Absenteeism17%

Mercer County Senior High School — Students at Mercer County Senior High School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

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 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 52.5% (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

37%

ELA

60%

2010

Math

40%

ELA

59%

2011

Math

24.5%

ELA

52%

2012

Math

27%

ELA

62%

2013

Math

22%

ELA

60%

2014

Math

17%

ELA

68%

2015

Math

17%

ELA

58%

2016

Math

27%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2019

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2020*

Math

32%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

32%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2025

Math

55%

ELA

59%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Mercer County Senior High School Compares

See how Mercer County Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.5/10

77th percentile in KY

Academic

8.7/10

Excellent

Growth

9.5/10

Excellent

Environment

4.9/10

Below Average

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

1 boys' · 2 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

18:1 student-teacher ratio

41 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

17.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

6.6% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics3sports offered

1 boys'·2 girls'·3 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

1124 Moberly Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mercer County Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boyle County High School (rated 8.2/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Danville High School (rated 7.6/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Danville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mercer Central (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harrodsburg, see our Harrodsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mercer County Intermediate School Harrodsburg	0.3 mi	565	8.4
Mercer County Elementary School Harrodsburg	0.4 mi	728	4.2
Kenneth D. King Middle School Harrodsburg	0.5 mi	620	6.8
Mercer County Day Treatment Harrodsburg	1.9 mi	12	—
Mercer Central Harrodsburg	1.9 mi	46	7.3
GOD'S TREE HOUSE ACADEMY Harrodsburg	4.3 mi	10	—
Burgin Independent School Burgin	5.9 mi	506	7.8
Woodlawn Elementary School Danville	9.7 mi	667	8.9
Boyle County Middle School Danville	9.8 mi	645	7.9
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville	9.3 mi	224	7.4
Boyle County High School Danville	9.9 mi	887	8.2
Sunrise Academy Danville	9.9 mi	27	—
Edna L. Toliver Intermediate School Danville	10.4 mi	508	4.7
Anchor Academy Danville	10.6 mi	38	3.7
Danville High School Danville	10.6 mi	497	7.6
Perryville Elementary School Perryville	10.7 mi	309	9.1
DANVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danville	11.0 mi	37	4.8
Kentucky School for the Deaf Danville	11.1 mi	77	7.7
John W. Bate Middle School Danville	11.2 mi	386	7.4
Mary G. Hogsett Primary School Danville	11.9 mi	352	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,804

Median Home Value

$187,000

Median Rent

$780/mo

Population

20,805

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

42.4

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Adair County High School Columbia, KY	796	7.4
Danville High School Danville, KY	497	7.6
Elizabethtown High School Elizabethtown, KY	799	7.4
Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland, KY	879	7.6
Somerset High School Somerset, KY	526	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mercer County Senior High School

What grades does Mercer County Senior High School serve?

Mercer County Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mercer County Senior High School?

Mercer County Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Senior High School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mercer County Senior High School rank in KY?

Mercer County Senior High School ranks #302 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Mercer County Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mercer County Senior 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 Mercer County Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercer County Senior High School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mercer County Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Mercer County Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Mercer County Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer County Senior High School?

55.8% of students at Mercer County Senior 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.