Pendleton County High School

Pendleton County
2359 Hwy 27 N
Falmouth, KY 41040
667 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pendleton County High School, located in Falmouth, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Pendleton County School District. As a rural community school, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, balancing core subjects with elective opportunities to meet the diverse needs and interests of its student body.

Beyond the classroom, Pendleton County High School plays a vital role in the local community by maintaining an active extracurricular program. The school encourages student participation in athletics, clubs, and service-oriented organizations, which are designed to build character, leadership, and school spirit. By integrating traditional instruction with community engagement, the school strives to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are equipped to contribute positively to both the local region and the broader global community.
667
Total Students
35.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    638 (95.7%)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.1%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (1.3%)
  • Black
    5 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Pendleton County
Phone: (859)654-3355
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 667
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 371
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11

* 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 9 153
Grade 10 186
Grade 11 164
Grade 12 164
Gender Ratio