Serving 16 students in grades 9-12, Mary Ryan Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Ryan Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary Ryan Academy's student population of 16 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mary Ryan Academy is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
56%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
31%
11%
White
50%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
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 47% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mary Ryan Academy?
The graduation rate of Mary Ryan Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mary Ryan Academy?
16 students attend Mary Ryan Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mary Ryan Academy students are White, 31% of students are Black, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Ryan Academy?
Mary Ryan Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Ryan Academy offer ?
Mary Ryan Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Ryan Academy part of?
Mary Ryan Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Ryan Academy located?
Mary Ryan Academy is located in the Newburg neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 8 other public schools located in Newburg.
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