Foothills Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: FOOTHILLS ACADEMY's attendance zone covers the entire district in Albany, KY, encompassing approximately 205.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (23-24)
21 students
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Foothills Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
24%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
11%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
72%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills Academy's ranking?
Foothills Academy is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
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 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Foothills Academy?
21 students attend Foothills Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Foothills Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does Foothills Academy offer ?
Foothills Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Foothills Academy part of?
Foothills Academy is part of Clinton County School District.
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