Serving 167 students in grades 6-12, Beacon 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Beacon Academy's student population of 167 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Beacon 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 Beacon Academy is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
78%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Academy's ranking?
Beacon Academy is ranked #1125 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beacon Academy?
The graduation rate of Beacon Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Beacon Academy?
167 students attend Beacon Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Beacon Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Academy?
Beacon Academy has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beacon Academy offer ?
Beacon Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beacon Academy part of?
Beacon Academy is part of Warren County School District.
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