Ballard High School is a high school in the eastern suburbs of Louisville, Kentucky, and is a part of the Jefferson County Public Schools school district. The school opened in the fall of 1968. The first students were in grades 7-9, and a grade was added each year as the building was expanded.
Serving 2,148 students in grades 9-12, Ballard High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ballard High School's student population of 2,148 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Ballard High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
50%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballard High School's ranking?
Ballard High School is ranked #134 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ballard High School often compared to?
Ballard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ballard High School?
The graduation rate of Ballard High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ballard High School?
2,148 students attend Ballard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ballard High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballard High School?
Ballard High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballard High School offer ?
Ballard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballard High School part of?
Ballard High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I loved the teachers, the student activities, and the sports program is second to none. Once a Bruin always a Bruin.
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