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Somerset High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Pulaski County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Somerset, KY
  • 75 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Somerset High School is a highly rated, public school located in Somerset, KY. It has 506 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 47% of students are at least proficient in math and 72% in reading.
    Address
    301 College St
    Somerset, KY 42501
    Telephone
    (606) 678-4721
    Website
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    Somerset High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    72%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    47%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    —
    Average ACT
    26
    98 responses
    AP Enrollment
    44%
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    Living in the Area
    C
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      C
    3. Housing
      C
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $23,518
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $581
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $103,500
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.7 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.7 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 13 responses
    Report
    • Annual football homecoming parade, Jumper Walk
      38%
    • Prom
      38%
    • Basketball games
      15%
    • None, I do things outside of my school
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    506
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    51%
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $50,927
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    10.8%
    50%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,562/ year
    National
    $12,239
    73%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.11 responses
    27%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.11 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.11 responses
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    Somerset High School Reviews

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    Somerset High School is where I truly flourished. I previously attended McCreary Central which is in the neighboring county, but I can easily say that Somerset is much better. Somerset has it's own little problem but is the home of many great things. The 75% of the teachers here are phenomenal with few who will make a lasting difference in your child's life. There are also a lot of opportunities. Last year, the DECA team went all the way to New York. Most of the sports teams do very well. I've seen or heard of very little bullying here. The only issue I've run into here is administration. They do struggle with what they're supposed to be doing verses what they actually do, but you're not going to often find a place where that doesn't happen.
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    A small, economically diverse, but very welcoming community. My son has always been a great student, but at SHS he achieves high above my expectations due to teachers, classmates, and parents. We are Briar Jumper FAMILY Strong!
    I really like Somerset Highschool, even more so now that we have a new principal! The principal who was there before took credit for everything. He was also disrespectful!