Serving 45 students in grades 7-12, Commander 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commander Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Commander Academy's student population of 45 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Mascot
Commander
School Rankings
Commander 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 Commander Academy is 0.28, 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
#1093 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Commander
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commander Academy's ranking?
Commander Academy is ranked #1093 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Commander Academy?
The graduation rate of Commander Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Commander Academy?
45 students attend Commander Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Commander Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commander Academy?
Commander Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Commander Academy offer ?
Commander Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Commander Academy part of?
Commander Academy is part of Washington County School District.
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