Serving 39 students in grades 7-12, Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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 <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement's student population of 39 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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 Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is 0.06, 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
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement's ranking?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is ranked #773 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
The graduation rate of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
39 students attend Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement offer ?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement part of?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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