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Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, The Academy 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Academy's student population of 38 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
The 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 The Academy is 0.40, 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
#1093 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-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 The Academy's ranking?
The Academy is ranked #1093 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are The Academy often compared to?
The Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County High School, Franklin County Career And Technical Center by visitors of our site.
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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Academy?
The graduation rate of The Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend The Academy?
38 students attend The Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of The Academy students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Academy?
The Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Academy offer ?
The Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Academy part of?
The Academy is part of Franklin County School District.
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