Serving 440 students in grades 6-10, Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence 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 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 94% 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 / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence's student population of 440 students has grown by 195% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 325% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence 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 Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence is 0.37, 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
#839 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
79%
11%
White
6%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence is ranked #839 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence?
440 students attend Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence?
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades 6-10 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence part of?
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence located?
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence is located in the Russell neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Russell.
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