Holmes Alternative School serves 33 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 45% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
45%
11%
White
55%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Holmes Alternative School?
33 students attend Holmes Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Holmes Alternative School students are White, and 45% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Alternative School?
Holmes Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holmes Alternative School offer ?
Holmes Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Holmes Alternative School part of?
Holmes Alternative School is part of Covington Independent School District.
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