Serving 58 students in grades 6-12, Estill County Success Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 47%). 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 29:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estill County Success Academy's student population of 58 students has grown by 383% 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
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Estill County Success Academy is 0.08, 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)
(16-17)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estill County Success Academy?
The graduation rate of Estill County Success Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Estill County Success Academy?
58 students attend Estill County Success Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Estill County Success Academy students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estill County Success Academy?
Estill County Success Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Estill County Success Academy offer ?
Estill County Success Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estill County Success Academy part of?
Estill County Success Academy is part of Estill County School District.
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