Serving 17 students in grades 6-12, Breathitt Learning Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breathitt Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Breathitt Learning Academy's student population of 17 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Breathitt Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breathitt Learning Academy is 0.39, 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
#1140 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
18%
11%
White
76%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breathitt Learning Academy's ranking?
Breathitt Learning Academy is ranked #1140 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Breathitt Learning Academy?
17 students attend Breathitt Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Breathitt Learning Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breathitt Learning Academy?
Breathitt Learning Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breathitt Learning Academy offer ?
Breathitt Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breathitt Learning Academy part of?
Breathitt Learning Academy is part of Breathitt County School District.
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