Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Steam Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Steam Academy's student population of 387 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Steam Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steam Academy is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
27%
11%
White
54%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steam Academy's ranking?
Steam Academy is ranked #95 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Steam Academy often compared to?
Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Laurence Dunbar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steam Academy?
The graduation rate of Steam Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Steam Academy?
387 students attend Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Steam Academy students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steam Academy?
Steam Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steam Academy offer ?
Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Steam Academy part of?
Steam Academy is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Steam Academy located?
Steam Academy is located in the North Upper Street neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Upper Street.
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