Fern Creek High

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.
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

Student Demographics for Fern Creek High
Demographic Student Count
White494
Hispanic383
Black499
Asian93
Two or More55
American Indian1
  • Black
    499 (32.7%)
  • White
    494 (32.4%)
  • Hispanic
    383 (25.1%)
  • Asian
    93 (6.1%)
  • Two or More
    55 (3.6%)
  • American Indian
    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: 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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fern Creek High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9417
Grade 10375
Grade 11381
Grade 12348
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fern Creek High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female67944.5%
Male84655.5%
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