Bentley Alternative School serves 11 students in grades 6-9.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bentley Alternative School?
11 students attend Bentley Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bentley Alternative School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bentley Alternative School?
Bentley Alternative School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bentley Alternative School offer ?
Bentley Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Bentley Alternative School part of?
Bentley Alternative School is part of Laurel County School District.
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