Serving 161 students in grades 6-12, Central 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≤5%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)15-19%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
78%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)65-69%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Academy?
The graduation rate of Central Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central Academy?
161 students attend Central Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Central Academy students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Academy?
Central Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Academy offer ?
Central Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Central Academy part of?
Central Academy is part of Henderson County School District.
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