Serving 23 students in grades 6-12, Rockcastle For Academic Achievement ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockcastle For Academic Achievement ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rockcastle For Academic Achievement's student population of 23 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rockcastle For Academic Achievement is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockcastle For Academic Achievement?
The graduation rate of Rockcastle For Academic Achievement is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockcastle For Academic Achievement?
23 students attend Rockcastle For Academic Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rockcastle For Academic Achievement students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockcastle For Academic Achievement?
Rockcastle For Academic Achievement has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockcastle For Academic Achievement offer ?
Rockcastle For Academic Achievement offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockcastle For Academic Achievement part of?
Rockcastle For Academic Achievement is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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