Ashland Alternative School serves 8 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ashland Alternative School's student population of 8 students has declined by 97% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ashland Alternative School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ashland Alternative School?
8 students attend Ashland Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ashland Alternative School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ashland Alternative School offer ?
Ashland Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashland Alternative School part of?
Ashland Alternative School is part of Ashland Independent School District.
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