Ackerly serves 2 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ackerly ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ackerly's student population of 2 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ackerly is 0.51, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
50%
11%
White
50%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 schools are Ackerly often compared to?
Ackerlyis often viewed alongside schools like Ahrens Educational Resource Center by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Ackerly?
The graduation rate of Ackerly is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ackerly?
2 students attend Ackerly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ackerly students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ackerly?
Ackerly has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ackerly offer ?
Ackerly offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ackerly part of?
Ackerly is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ackerly located?
Ackerly is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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