Paul G. Blazer High School

821 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Paul G. Blazer High School, located in Ashland, Kentucky, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Ashland Independent School District. Often referred to simply as "Blazer," the school holds a prominent place in the local community, known for its long-standing academic traditions and a strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success. The school fosters a comprehensive learning environment that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with a variety of elective pathways designed to meet the diverse interests of its student body.

Beyond the classroom, Blazer is widely recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture, particularly its spirited athletic programs and storied history in Kentucky high school sports. The school prides itself on cultivating school pride and community engagement, acting as a central hub for events that bring together students, alumni, and the greater Ashland area. By prioritizing both academic achievement and character development, Paul G. Blazer High School remains a cornerstone of the region, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills necessary for both collegiate and career readiness.

821

Total Students

61.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Paul G. Blazer High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	669
Hispanic	38
Black	33
Asian	2
Two or More	79

White
669 (81.5%)
Two or More
79 (9.6%)
Hispanic
38 (4.6%)
Black
33 (4.0%)
Asian
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Ashland Independent
Phone:	(606)327-6040
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	821
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	61.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	430
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 210

Grade 10 208

Grade 11 218

Grade 12 185