Serving 31 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bardstown Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bardstown Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bardstown Alternative School's student population of 31 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bardstown Alternative School 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 Bardstown Alternative School is 0.59, 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
#730 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
58%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bardstown Alternative School's ranking?
Bardstown Alternative School is ranked #730 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bardstown Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Bardstown Alternative School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bardstown Alternative School?
31 students attend Bardstown Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bardstown Alternative School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bardstown Alternative School?
Bardstown Alternative School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bardstown Alternative School offer ?
Bardstown Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bardstown Alternative School part of?
Bardstown Alternative School is part of Bardstown Independent School District.
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