Serving 7 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Perry County Alternative School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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 4:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry County Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Perry County Alternative School's student population of 7 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Perry County Alternative School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
White
100%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
How many students attend Perry County Alternative School?
7 students attend Perry County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Perry County Alternative School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry County Alternative School?
Perry County Alternative School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry County Alternative School offer ?
Perry County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry County Alternative School part of?
Perry County Alternative School is part of Perry County School District.
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