What grades does Johnson Central High School serve?

Johnson Central High School is a High school serving students in Paintsville, KY. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Johnson Central High School located?

Johnson Central High School is located at Paintsville, KY in a town area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Central High School?

Johnson Central High School has a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What schools are in Paintsville, KY?

Paintsville, KY is served by the local school district. Johnson Central High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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Johnson Central High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Paintsville, Kentucky|Johnson County

Paintsville, KY 41240

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

JCMS 6th FB @shelby valleyEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Sat

Middle School Playoffs Play in (If Needed)EventDistrict-wide

Oct

Sat

KYMSFA Round 1EventDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Election Day-No SchoolEventDistrict-wide

Review the school calendar for closure dates.

Nov

Thu

MS/HS Open HouseEventDistrict-wide

Check the event notice for date, time and location details.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break-No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

913

Student:Teacher

12.9:1

Locale

Town

District

Johnson County

Econ. Disadvantaged

57.7%

Phone

(606)789-2500

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25%

5th percentile in KY

Math Proficiency

20%

22th percentile in KY

Graduation Rate

97%

Chronic Absenteeism

28.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

11 courses offered

377 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

230 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

225 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

290 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 33 teams

448 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Better than 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

1,403

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

72.95

92% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.15000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,833

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,371

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,483

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 62%Local 18%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

38.5%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

17.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

668

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

649

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

71%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

157 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

136 (21%)

Specific Learning Disability

114 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

98 (15%)

Autism

65 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

31 (5%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

888

Current enrollment

Declining(-14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

JCMS 6th FB @shelby valley

Event

Sat, Oct 10, 2026

Middle School Playoffs Play in (If Needed)

Event

Sat, Oct 17, 2026

KYMSFA Round 1

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Johnson County. Johnson Central High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	JCMS 7th FB vs Pike CentralDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	JCMS 6th FB @pike centralDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	JCMS GBB @ HazardDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Sep 5, 2026	6th Grade FB vs MontgomeryDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No School District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	MS/HS Open HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for date, time and location details.	Event	—
Sat, Sep 12, 2026	JCMS FB 7th/8th vs Corbin @ North LaurelDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Sat, Sep 12, 2026	JCMS 6th FB vs Whitley co @ N LaurelDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Sat, Sep 12, 2026	JCMS GBB @ AshlandDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	JCMS GBB vs DortonDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	JCMS GBB @Martin CoDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	JCMS FB 6th/7th/8th vs Northern PulaskiDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	JCMS GBB vs RussellDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	JCMS GBB vs Russell (8th Grade Night)District-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	JCMS GBB vs PikevilleDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	JCMS 7th/8th FB @AshlandDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	JCMS 6th FB @Martin CoDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	JCMS GBB KBA TourneyDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	JCMS FB 7th/8th vs PikevilleDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	JCMS 7th/8th FB vs Raceland (8th Grade Night)District-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	JCMS 7th/8th FB vs RacelandDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	JCMS 6th FB @ FairviewDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	JCMS 7th/8th FB vs RacelandDistrict-wide Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Fall Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	JCMS 6th FB @shelby valleyDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Oct 10, 2026	Middle School Playoffs Play in (If Needed)District-wide	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	KYMSFA Round 1District-wide	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day-No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for closure dates.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	MS/HS Open HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for date, time and location details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. Day-No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	MS/HS Open HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for date, time and location details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Academic Day-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break-No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	MS/HS Open HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for date, time and location details.	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Last Day for StudentsDistrict-wide	Event	—