Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School serves 24 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 25% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
21%
11%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School?
24 students attend Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School offer ?
Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School part of?
Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School is part of Estill County School District.
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