Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Emerson Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson Academy's student population of 61 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Academy is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
18%
11%
White
61%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
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 is Emerson Academy's ranking?
Emerson Academy is ranked #134 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Emerson Academy often compared to?
Emerson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Owensboro Day Treatment by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emerson Academy?
The graduation rate of Emerson Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Emerson Academy?
61 students attend Emerson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Emerson Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Academy?
Emerson Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emerson Academy offer ?
Emerson Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Academy part of?
Emerson Academy is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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