James R. Allen High School
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 47%) for the 2016-17 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%) for the 2016-17 school year.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
7%
Black
(19-20)n/a
11%
White
(19-20)100%
76%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
29%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 James R. Allen High School?
The graduation rate of James R. Allen High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend James R. Allen High School?
7 students attend James R. Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of James R. Allen High School students are White.
What grades does James R. Allen High School offer ?
James R. Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James R. Allen High School part of?
James R. Allen High School is part of Meade County School District.
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