Ackerly serves 4 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ackerly's student population of 4 students has declined by 66% 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
4 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ackerly is 0.63, 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
2:1
15:1
Hispanic
25%
10%
Black
50%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted100%
36.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mark of Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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?
4 students attend Ackerly.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ackerly students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ackerly?
Ackerly has a student ration of 2:1, 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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