Serving 1,922 students in grades 9-12, Dupont Manual High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dupont Manual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Dupont Manual High School's student population of 1,922 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
Crimson, White
School Rankings
Dupont Manual High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dupont Manual High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1267 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
19%
11%
White
50%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dupont Manual High School's ranking?
Dupont Manual High School is ranked #1 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dupont Manual High School often compared to?
Dupont Manual High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louisville Male High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dupont Manual High School?
The graduation rate of Dupont Manual High School is 98%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dupont Manual High School?
1,922 students attend Dupont Manual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dupont Manual High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dupont Manual High School?
Dupont Manual High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dupont Manual High School offer ?
Dupont Manual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dupont Manual High School part of?
Dupont Manual High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dupont Manual High School located?
Dupont Manual High School is located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Old Louisville.
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