Serving 34 students in grades 6-12, Anchor Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anchor Academy's student population of 34 students has grown by 161% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Anchor Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anchor Academy is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anchor Academy's ranking?
Anchor Academy is ranked #1140 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anchor Academy?
The graduation rate of Anchor Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Anchor Academy?
34 students attend Anchor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Anchor Academy students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anchor Academy?
Anchor Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anchor Academy offer ?
Anchor Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anchor Academy part of?
Anchor Academy is part of Danville Independent School District.
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