Serving 39 students in grades 4-12, The Life Connection 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Life Connection's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Sonora, KY, covering approximately 263.6 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Life Connection ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Life Connection's student population of 39 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The Life Connection 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 Life Connection 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 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)
≤20%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2.6%
26.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Life Connection's ranking?
The Life Connection is ranked #1140 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend The Life Connection?
39 students attend The Life Connection.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of The Life Connection students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Life Connection?
The Life Connection has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Life Connection offer ?
The Life Connection offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Life Connection part of?
The Life Connection is part of Larue County School District.
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