Serving 29 students in grades 7-12, Middlesboro Alternative 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 29:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middlesboro Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Middlesboro Alternative School's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middlesboro Alternative 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 Middlesboro Alternative School is 0.19, 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
29:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
7%
11%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middlesboro Alternative School's ranking?
Middlesboro Alternative School 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 Middlesboro Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Middlesboro Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middlesboro Alternative School?
29 students attend Middlesboro Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Middlesboro Alternative School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middlesboro Alternative School?
Middlesboro Alternative School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middlesboro Alternative School offer ?
Middlesboro Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middlesboro Alternative School part of?
Middlesboro Alternative School is part of Middlesboro Independent School District.
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