Serving 45 students in grades 8-12, Breckinridge Metropolitan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breckinridge Metropolitan 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School's student population of 45 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
85%
11%
White
13%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckinridge Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is ranked #134 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
45 students attend Breckinridge Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breckinridge Metropolitan High School offer ?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Breckinridge Metropolitan High School part of?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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