Fern Creek High
1,525 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Fern Creek High School, located in Louisville, Kentucky, serves as a comprehensive public secondary school within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. It is well-regarded for its diverse student population and its commitment to providing a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of traditional college-preparatory coursework, specialized elective programs, and robust support systems aimed at meeting the individual needs of its student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, Fern Creek High School is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a spirit of school pride through its active athletics department, performing arts programs, and various student-led clubs. The school focuses on creating an inclusive environment that encourages personal growth, civic engagement, and leadership development. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a variety of hands-on learning experiences, Fern Creek strives to ensure that its graduates are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Fern Creek High School is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a spirit of school pride through its active athletics department, performing arts programs, and various student-led clubs. The school focuses on creating an inclusive environment that encourages personal growth, civic engagement, and leadership development. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a variety of hands-on learning experiences, Fern Creek strives to ensure that its graduates are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of both higher education and the modern workforce.
1,525
Total Students
100.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 494 |
| Hispanic | 383 |
| Black | 499 |
| Asian | 93 |
| Two or More | 55 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black499 (32.7%)
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White494 (32.4%)
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Hispanic383 (25.1%)
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Asian93 (6.1%)
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Two or More55 (3.6%)
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American Indian1 (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: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (502)485-8251 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,525 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 100.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 855 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 37 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
417
Grade 10
375
Grade 11
381
Grade 12
348
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 417 |
| Grade 10 | 375 |
| Grade 11 | 381 |
| Grade 12 | 348 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 679 | 44.5% |
| Male | 846 | 55.5% |
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