Serving 7 students in grades 6-12, Otter Creek Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 2:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otter Creek Academy's student population of 7 students has declined by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
7 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
48 acres
School Rankings
Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek Academy is 0.24, 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
#730 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 Otter Creek Academy's ranking?
Otter Creek Academy is ranked #730 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?
<50% 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 Otter Creek Academy?
7 students attend Otter Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Otter Creek Academy students are White, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otter Creek Academy?
Otter Creek Academy has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Otter Creek Academy offer ?
Otter Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Otter Creek Academy part of?
Otter Creek Academy is part of Wayne County School District.
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