Ridge Hospital Alt. High School serves 11 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Attendance Zone: Ridge Hospital Alt High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Lexington, KY, encompassing approximately 285.5 square miles. Families typically enjoy a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest boundary being 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Hospital Alt. High School's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ridge Hospital Alt. High School is 0.31, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Black
9%
11%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
9%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
91.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Ridge Hospital Alt. High School?
The graduation rate of Ridge Hospital Alt. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Ridge Hospital Alt. High School?
11 students attend Ridge Hospital Alt. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ridge Hospital Alt. High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Hospital Alt. High School?
Ridge Hospital Alt. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ridge Hospital Alt. High School offer ?
Ridge Hospital Alt. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridge Hospital Alt. High School part of?
Ridge Hospital Alt. High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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