Serving 58 students in grades 7-12, Knox County Learning Academy 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 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% 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
Knox County Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Knox County Learning Academy's student population of 58 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knox County Learning Academy 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 Knox County Learning Academy 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
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
11%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox County Learning Academy's ranking?
Knox County Learning Academy 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).
What is the graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Knox County Learning Academy is 30-39%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knox County Learning Academy?
58 students attend Knox County Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Knox County Learning Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knox County Learning Academy?
Knox County Learning Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knox County Learning Academy offer ?
Knox County Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Knox County Learning Academy part of?
Knox County Learning Academy is part of Knox County School District.
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