Serving 17 students in grades 6-12, Brooklawn 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklawn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklawn's student population of 17 students has declined by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklawn ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklawn is 0.48, which is more 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
#1231 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
70%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklawn's ranking?
Brooklawn is ranked #1231 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Brooklawn often compared to?
Brooklawnis often viewed alongside schools like Boys & Girls Haven, Minor Daniels Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Brooklawn?
17 students attend Brooklawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Brooklawn students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklawn?
Brooklawn has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brooklawn offer ?
Brooklawn offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklawn part of?
Brooklawn is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklawn located?
Brooklawn is located in the Bashford Manor neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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