Serving 18 students in grades 6-12, Boyd County Central School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 3:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd County Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Boyd County Central School's student population of 18 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Boyd County Central School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyd County Central School is 0.11, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
Black
6%
11%
White
94%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd County Central School's ranking?
Boyd County Central School is ranked #296 out of 1,250 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 Boyd County Central School?
The graduation rate of Boyd County Central School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boyd County Central School?
18 students attend Boyd County Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Boyd County Central School students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd County Central School?
Boyd County Central School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boyd County Central School offer ?
Boyd County Central School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyd County Central School part of?
Boyd County Central School is part of Boyd County School District.
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