Serving 53 students in grades 1-12, Hillview 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 11-19% (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 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillview Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Hillview Academy's student population of 53 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillview 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 Hillview Academy is 0.27, 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
#1121 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
10%
White
85%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillview Academy's ranking?
Hillview Academy is ranked #1121 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hillview Academy often compared to?
Hillview Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer County High School, Mercer County Senior High School, Spencer County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 Hillview Academy?
The graduation rate of Hillview Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillview Academy?
53 students attend Hillview Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hillview Academy students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillview Academy?
Hillview Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillview Academy offer ?
Hillview Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillview Academy part of?
Hillview Academy is part of Spencer County School District.
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