Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Panther Transition Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panther Transition Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Panther Transition Academy's student population of 22 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Panther Transition Academy is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
9%
11%
White
68%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panther Transition Academy?
The graduation rate of Panther Transition Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Panther Transition Academy?
22 students attend Panther Transition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Panther Transition Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Panther Transition Academy?
Panther Transition Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Panther Transition Academy offer ?
Panther Transition Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Panther Transition Academy part of?
Panther Transition Academy is part of Frankfort Independent School District.
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