Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Learning Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Learning Academy's student population of 47 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Learning Academy is 0.24, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Learning Academy?
47 students attend Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Learning Academy students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Learning Academy?
Learning Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Learning Academy offer ?
Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Learning Academy part of?
Learning Academy is part of Perry County School District.
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