Summary:
The city of Jackson, Kentucky is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve students across the Breathitt County and Jackson Independent school districts.
Among the standout schools in the area is Jackson City School, an alternative school with an exceptional 95.2% 4-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the other high schools in the region. Jackson City School also boasts strong test scores, with 81% of 11th graders proficient or better in ACT English and 67% proficient or better in ACT Reading, well above the state averages. In contrast, the schools in the Breathitt County district generally perform below the state averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates ranging from the low 20s to the 40s.
Another notable school is Breathitt Learning Academy, a small high school with a very low student-teacher ratio of 10.5, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. This school also serves a high-need student population, with a free/reduced lunch rate of 71.43%. Overall, the data reveals significant performance gaps between the schools in the region and the state averages, particularly in math and reading proficiency, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes across the area.
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