Appalachian Challenge Academy serves 97 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Appalachian Challenge Academy's student population of 97 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Appalachian Challenge Academy is 0.23, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kentucky National Guard Youth Challenge Academies School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Appalachian Challenge Academy?
97 students attend Appalachian Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Appalachian Challenge Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Appalachian Challenge Academy offer ?
Appalachian Challenge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Appalachian Challenge Academy part of?
Appalachian Challenge Academy is part of Kentucky National Guard Youth Challenge Academies School District.
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