Serving 16 students in grades 3-12, Jackson 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%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Academy's student population of 16 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson 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 Jackson Academy is 0.66, 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
#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
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
44%
11%
White
37%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Academy's ranking?
Jackson 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).
How many students attend Jackson Academy?
16 students attend Jackson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jackson Academy students are Black, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Jackson Academy offer ?
Jackson Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Academy part of?
Jackson Academy is part of Warren County School District.
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