Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Augusta Independent School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Augusta Independent School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Augusta, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Augusta Independent School's student population of 334 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
School Motto
Small School, BIG Experience
School Rankings
Augusta Independent School 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 Augusta Independent School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
28%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augusta Independent School's ranking?
Augusta Independent School is ranked #1025 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Augusta Independent School often compared to?
Augusta Independent Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Elementary School, Bracken County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Augusta Independent School?
The graduation rate of Augusta Independent School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Augusta Independent School?
334 students attend Augusta Independent School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Augusta Independent School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Augusta Independent School?
Augusta Independent School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Augusta Independent School offer ?
Augusta Independent School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Augusta Independent School part of?
Augusta Independent School is part of Augusta Independent School District.
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