Serving 32 students in grades 7-12, Ascension 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 <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ascension Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ascension Academy's student population of 32 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ascension 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 Ascension Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
19%
11%
White
53%
71%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ascension Academy's ranking?
Ascension Academy is ranked #773 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ascension Academy?
The graduation rate of Ascension Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ascension Academy?
32 students attend Ascension Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ascension Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ascension Academy?
Ascension Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ascension Academy offer ?
Ascension Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ascension Academy part of?
Ascension Academy is part of Shelby County School District.
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