Ahrens Educational Resource Center serves 38 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ahrens Educational Resource Center's student population of 38 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ahrens Educational Resource Center is 0.65, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
45%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
37%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ahrens Educational Resource Center often compared to?
Ahrens Educational Resource Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ackerly by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Ahrens Educational Resource Center?
The graduation rate of Ahrens Educational Resource Center is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ahrens Educational Resource Center?
38 students attend Ahrens Educational Resource Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ahrens Educational Resource Center students are Black, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ahrens Educational Resource Center?
Ahrens Educational Resource Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ahrens Educational Resource Center offer ?
Ahrens Educational Resource Center offers enrollment in grades 12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ahrens Educational Resource Center part of?
Ahrens Educational Resource Center is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ahrens Educational Resource Center located?
Ahrens Educational Resource Center is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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