Serving 18 students in grades 6-12, Union County Learning 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 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (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
Union County Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Union County Learning Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union County Learning 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 Union County Learning Academy is 0.20, 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.
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
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
89%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
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 Union County Learning Academy's ranking?
Union County Learning Academy is ranked #134 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
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 Union County Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Union County Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Union County Learning Academy?
18 students attend Union County Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Union County Learning Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union County Learning Academy?
Union County Learning Academy has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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