What grades does Barren County High School serve?

Barren County High School is a High school serving students in Glasgow, KY. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Barren County High School located?

Barren County High School is located at Glasgow, KY in a town area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barren County High School?

Barren County High School has a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What schools are in Glasgow, KY?

Glasgow, KY is served by the local school district. Barren County High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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Barren County High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Glasgow, Kentucky|Barren County

Glasgow, KY 42141

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Upcoming Events

Jul

Fri

7th grade BAND Instrument NightEvent

Any incoming 7th grade student interested in band or signed up for band there will be an evening to test instruments out in the BCHS Band Room on July 17th at 5:30pm!For more information contact abigayle..bryant@barren.kyschools.us.

Jul

Tue

BCMS SBDM MeetingEvent

Jul

Mon

BCMS Schedule PickupEvent

Student schedules will be available for pick up from 12 noon until 6:00PM. Student fees for the 26-27 year will be $40.

Jul

Wed

BCMS Schedule Pick upEvent

BCMS student schedules will be available for pick up on Wednesday July 29th from 8:00 AM to 12:00PM. Student fees for the 26-27 school year will be $40.

Jul

Thu

BCMS 7th Grade Experience Event

Incoming 7th grade students will participate in a morning of activities and experience a shortened day at BCMS.

Aug

Mon

Back to School BashEvent

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,301

Student:Teacher

16.3:1

Locale

Town

District

Barren County

Econ. Disadvantaged

49.9%

Phone

(270)651-6315

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

41%

47th percentile in KY

Math Proficiency

27%

43th percentile in KY

Graduation Rate

96%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

15 courses offered

238 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

205 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

444 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

448 test takers

Athletics

22 sports, 40 teams

434 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.2:1

Near average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,519

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

95% fully certified

Counselors

School Resource Officers

100

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,580

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,326

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,324

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 53%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$204,587

+0.3% 1yr+34.2% 5yr

Glasgow, KY metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

8.8%

Uninsured residents

15.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

964

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

799

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

61%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

195 (24%)

Specific Learning Disability

194 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

134 (17%)

Autism

69 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

49 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

25 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,220

Current enrollment

Stable(-10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Jul 17, 2026

7th grade BAND Instrument Night

Event

Tue, Jul 21, 2026

BCMS SBDM Meeting

Event

Mon, Jul 27, 2026

BCMS Schedule Pickup

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	BCMS SBDM Meeting	Event	—

Showing 10 events for the 2026-27 school year

Frequently Asked Questions about Barren County High School

Barren County High School has a total enrollment of 1,301 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Glasgow, KY.