Serving 28 students in grades 6-12, James R. Allen High School 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 28:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James R. Allen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
James R. Allen High School's student population of 28 students has grown by 300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James R. Allen High School 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 James R. Allen High School is 0.20, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
29%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James R. Allen High School's ranking?
James R. Allen High School is ranked #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are James R. Allen High School often compared to?
James R. Allen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandenburg High School, Meade County High School by visitors of our site.
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).
What is the graduation rate of James R. Allen High School?
The graduation rate of James R. Allen High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend James R. Allen High School?
28 students attend James R. Allen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of James R. Allen High School students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James R. Allen High School?
James R. Allen High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James R. Allen High School offer ?
James R. Allen High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James R. Allen High School part of?
James R. Allen High School is part of Meade County School District.
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