Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, Powell County Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Powell County Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell County Academy is 0.00, 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.
Powell County Academy is ranked #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
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 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powell County Academy?
The graduation rate of Powell County Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Powell County Academy?
38 students attend Powell County Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Powell County Academy students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell County Academy?
Powell County Academy has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Powell County Academy offer ?
Powell County Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell County Academy part of?
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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