Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery serves 31 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery's student population of 31 students has grown by 55% 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
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Engage, Achieve, Discover
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery often compared to?
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Bullitt Alternative Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery?
The graduation rate of Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery?
31 students attend Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery?
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery offer ?
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery part of?
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery is part of Rowan County School District.
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