Serving 50 students in grades 4-12, Buckner Alternative High 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckner Alternative High School's student population of 50 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buckner Alternative High 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 Buckner Alternative High School is 0.41, 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
#1093 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Alternative High School's ranking?
Buckner Alternative High School is ranked #1093 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckner Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Buckner Alternative High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Buckner Alternative High School?
50 students attend Buckner Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Buckner Alternative High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckner Alternative High School?
Buckner Alternative High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buckner Alternative High School offer ?
Buckner Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckner Alternative High School part of?
Buckner Alternative High School is part of Oldham County School District.
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