Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Panther Transition 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 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (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
Panther Transition Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Panther Transition Academy's student population of 20 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Panther Transition Academy is 0.54, which is more 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
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
15%
11%
White
65%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
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 Panther Transition Academy?
The graduation rate of Panther Transition Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Panther Transition Academy?
20 students attend Panther Transition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Panther Transition Academy students are White, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Panther Transition Academy?
Panther Transition Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Panther Transition Academy offer ?
Panther Transition Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Panther Transition Academy part of?
Panther Transition Academy is part of Frankfort Independent School District.
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