Serving 32 students in grades 5-12, Knox Appalachian School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The KNOX APPALACHIAN SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Barbourville school district, covering approximately 385.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 16.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox Appalachian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knox Appalachian School's student population of 32 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Knox Appalachian School 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 Knox Appalachian School is 0.28, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox Appalachian School's ranking?
Knox Appalachian School is ranked #1140 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Knox Appalachian School?
32 students attend Knox Appalachian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Knox Appalachian School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox Appalachian School?
Knox Appalachian School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knox Appalachian School offer ?
Knox Appalachian School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knox Appalachian School part of?
Knox Appalachian School is part of Knox County School District.
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