Bluegrass Challenge Academy serves 80 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluegrass Challenge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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School Overview
Bluegrass Challenge Academy's student population of 80 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bluegrass Challenge Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
72%
71%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bluegrass Challenge Academy?
80 students attend Bluegrass Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bluegrass Challenge Academy students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bluegrass Challenge Academy offer ?
Bluegrass Challenge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bluegrass Challenge Academy part of?
Bluegrass Challenge Academy is part of Kentucky National Guard Youth Challenge Academies School District.
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