Serving 33 students in grades 7-12, Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (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
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement's student population of 33 students has grown by 153% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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 Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. 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
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement's ranking?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement 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 Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
The graduation rate of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
33 students attend Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement offer ?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement part of?
Rockcastle Academy For Academic Achievement is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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