Mercer County Alternative Learning Center serves 16 students in grades 6-10.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mercer County Alternative Learning Center?
16 students attend Mercer County Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mercer County Alternative Learning Center students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer County Alternative Learning Center?
Mercer County Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mercer County Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Mercer County Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-10
What school district is Mercer County Alternative Learning Center part of?
Mercer County Alternative Learning Center is part of Mercer County School District.
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