Serving 36 students in grades 6-12, Breathitt Regional 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breathitt Regional School's student population of 36 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Breathitt Regional 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 Breathitt Regional School is 0.29, 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
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breathitt Regional School's ranking?
Breathitt Regional School is ranked #773 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Breathitt Regional School?
36 students attend Breathitt Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Breathitt Regional School students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breathitt Regional School?
Breathitt Regional School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breathitt Regional School offer ?
Breathitt Regional School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breathitt Regional School part of?
Breathitt Regional School is part of Breathitt County School District.
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