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West Jessamine High School

2101 Wilmore Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356, United States
+1 (859) 887-2421
3.9
Overall Rating

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West Jessamine High School Overview

About This School

West Jessamine High School is a public high in Nicholasville, Kentucky, serving 1,272 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 43% in ELA and 35% in math. The school maintains a staff of 70 teachers with an average salary of $60,584 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with one counselor for every 424 students. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 80% White, 9% Hispanic, 5% Black, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

1,272
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
70 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts43%
Mathematics35%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Jessamine County
Students per Counselor
424:1

West Jessamine High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

43%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 44%
35%
Mathematics
City Avg: 40%State Avg: 37%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.7:1
State Avg: 15.4:1
424
Students per Counselor

West Jessamine High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
70

Average Teacher Salary

$60,584
City Avg: $60,584
State Avg: $59,135

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor424:1

West Jessamine High School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.38%
Male
46.62%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,272 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White80.27%
Hispanic9.12%
Asian1.18%
Black5.42%
Two or More Races3.38%
Native American0.47%

West Jessamine High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About West Jessamine High School

Q: What is West Jessamine High School?

A: West Jessamine High School is a high public located in Nicholasville.

Q: How many students attend West Jessamine High School?

A: West Jessamine High School has approximately 1,272 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jessamine High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Jessamine High School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about West Jessamine High School

West Jessamine High School is a public high in Nicholasville, Kentucky, serving 1,272 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 43% in ELA and 35% in math. The school maintains a staff of 70 teachers with an average salary of $60,584 and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Additionally, the school provides guidance services with one counselor for every 424 students. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 80% White, 9% Hispanic, 5% Black, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About West Jessamine High School - Nicholasville, KY

Quick Facts about West Jessamine High School
School NameWest Jessamine High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location2101 Wilmore Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356, Nicholasville, KY
CountyJessamine County
Phone+1 (859) 887-2421
Total Students1,272
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers70
Rating3.9/10
ELA Proficiency43%
Math Proficiency35%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Jessamine High School

What is West Jessamine High School?

West Jessamine High School is a high public located in Nicholasville.

How many students attend West Jessamine High School?

West Jessamine High School has approximately 1,272 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jessamine High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Jessamine High School is 17:1.

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