Serving 30 students in grades 6-12, Metcalfe County Virtual School 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥80%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metcalfe County Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Metcalfe County Virtual School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 88%.
How many students attend Metcalfe County Virtual School?
30 students attend Metcalfe County Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Metcalfe County Virtual School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metcalfe County Virtual School?
Metcalfe County Virtual School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metcalfe County Virtual School offer ?
Metcalfe County Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Metcalfe County Virtual School part of?
Metcalfe County Virtual School is part of Metcalfe County School District.
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