Eastside Technical Center 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 <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 55%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
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 47% KY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% KY state average).
What grades does Eastside Technical Center offer ?
Eastside Technical Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Technical Center part of?
Eastside Technical Center is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastside Technical Center located?
Eastside Technical Center is located in the Hamburg Area neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hamburg Area.
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