Serving 46 students in grades 7-12, Knox County Learning Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox County Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Knox County Learning Academy's student population of 46 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Knox County Learning Academy is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knox County Learning Academy?
46 students attend Knox County Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Knox County Learning Academy students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knox County Learning Academy?
Knox County Learning Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knox County Learning Academy offer ?
Knox County Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Knox County Learning Academy part of?
Knox County Learning Academy is part of Knox County School District.
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