Serving 71 students in grades 6-12, Union County Learning Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 36:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union County Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Union County Learning Academy's student population of 71 students has grown by 208% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Union County Learning Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union County Learning Academy is 0.19, 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
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-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 Union County Learning Academy's ranking?
Union County Learning Academy is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Union County Learning Academy often compared to?
Union County Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Union County High School 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 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 Union County Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Union County Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Union County Learning Academy?
71 students attend Union County Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Union County Learning Academy students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union County Learning Academy?
Union County Learning Academy has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union County Learning Academy offer ?
Union County Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union County Learning Academy part of?
Union County Learning Academy is part of Union County School District.
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