Serving 11 students in grades 6-12, Happy Valley Learning Center ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Valley Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Happy Valley Learning Center's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Happy Valley Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Happy Valley Learning Center is 0.43, 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
#298 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
18%
11%
White
73%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
23%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Valley Learning Center's ranking?
Happy Valley Learning Center is ranked #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Learning Center?
11 students attend Happy Valley Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Happy Valley Learning Center students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Happy Valley Learning Center?
Happy Valley Learning Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Learning Center offer ?
Happy Valley Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Happy Valley Learning Center part of?
Happy Valley Learning Center is part of Glasgow Independent School District.
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