Serving 78 students in grades 7-12, Breckinridge Metropolitan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1121 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
82%
11%
White
10%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckinridge Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is ranked #1121 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
78 students attend Breckinridge Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breckinridge Metropolitan High School?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breckinridge Metropolitan High School offer ?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Breckinridge Metropolitan High School part of?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Breckinridge Metropolitan High School located?
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School is located in the Original Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Original Highlands.
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