Johnson Central High School is a public secondary school located at 257 North Mayo Trail on the northwest side of Paintsville, Kentucky, United States. The school serves as the Johnson County School District's consolidated high school. As of the 2015–16 school year, enrollment was 1,048 in grades 9–12.
Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Johnson County Eagle 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 is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 50:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson County Eagle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Johnson County Eagle Academy's student population of 149 students has grown by 727% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Love, Learn, Lead & Leave a Legacy
School Rankings
Johnson County Eagle Academy 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 Johnson County Eagle Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson County Eagle Academy's ranking?
Johnson County Eagle Academy is ranked #1183 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson County Eagle Academy?
The graduation rate of Johnson County Eagle Academy is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Johnson County Eagle Academy?
149 students attend Johnson County Eagle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Johnson County Eagle Academy students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson County Eagle Academy?
Johnson County Eagle Academy has a student ration of 50:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnson County Eagle Academy offer ?
Johnson County Eagle Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnson County Eagle Academy part of?
Johnson County Eagle Academy is part of Johnson County School District.
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