Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Learning 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 38%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Learning Academy's student population of 39 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Red, Black and White
School Rankings
The diversity score of Learning Academy is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
87%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Commodore
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 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Learning Academy?
39 students attend Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Learning Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Learning Academy?
Learning Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Learning Academy offer ?
Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Learning Academy part of?
Learning Academy is part of Perry County School District.
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