Serving 2,030 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Pathfinder School Of Innovation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,030 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 46% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathfinder School Of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pathfinder School Of Innovation's student population of 2,030 students has grown by 367% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 461% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Pathfinder School Of Innovation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathfinder School Of Innovation is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
36%
11%
White
45%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
46%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathfinder School Of Innovation's ranking?
Pathfinder School Of Innovation is ranked #1174 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Pathfinder School Of Innovation often compared to?
Pathfinder School Of Innovationis often viewed alongside schools like Central High Magnet Career Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pathfinder School Of Innovation?
The graduation rate of Pathfinder School Of Innovation is 46%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pathfinder School Of Innovation?
2,030 students attend Pathfinder School Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pathfinder School Of Innovation students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathfinder School Of Innovation?
Pathfinder School Of Innovation has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pathfinder School Of Innovation offer ?
Pathfinder School Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pathfinder School Of Innovation part of?
Pathfinder School Of Innovation is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Pathfinder School Of Innovation located?
Pathfinder School Of Innovation is located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Old Louisville.
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