Serving 52 students in grades 6-12, Knox County Learning 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Knox County Learning Academy covers the entire school district in Barbourville, KY, encompassing approximately 314.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox County Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knox County Learning Academy's student population of 52 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Knox County Learning 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 Knox County Learning Academy is 0.19, 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
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
10%
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
4%
Showing 2006–2019. Full 19-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 Knox County Learning Academy's ranking?
Knox County Learning Academy is ranked #773 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Knox County Learning Academy?
52 students attend Knox County Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Knox County Learning Academy students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox County Learning Academy?
Knox County Learning Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knox County Learning Academy offer ?
Knox County Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knox County Learning Academy part of?
Knox County Learning Academy is part of Knox County School District.
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