Serving 63 students in grades 6-12, Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst 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 5:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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 attendance zone for Mary Jo and William MacDonald Maryhurst Academy encompasses the entire school district in Louisville, KY, covering approximately 394.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 27.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst's student population of 63 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
63 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Year Founded
1843
School Rankings
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst 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 Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst is 0.44, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
73%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst's ranking?
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst 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 Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst?
63 students attend Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst?
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst offer ?
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst part of?
Mary Jo And William Macdonald Maryhurst is part of Jefferson County School District.
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