Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rise Stem Academy For Girls 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Stem Academy For Girls ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rise Stem Academy For Girls's student population of 269 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 127% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Rise Stem Academy For Girls 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 Rise Stem Academy For Girls is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1057 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
44%
11%
White
35%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise Stem Academy For Girls's ranking?
Rise Stem Academy For Girls is ranked #1057 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Rise Stem Academy For Girls?
269 students attend Rise Stem Academy For Girls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rise Stem Academy For Girls students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rise Stem Academy For Girls?
Rise Stem Academy For Girls has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rise Stem Academy For Girls offer ?
Rise Stem Academy For Girls offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rise Stem Academy For Girls part of?
Rise Stem Academy For Girls is part of Fayette County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2024
Teachers and principal are engaged in students learning and success, their teaching methods are innovative and up-to-date. Rise exposes students to a variety of subjects and encourages them to problem-solve. Parent-teacher communication is a priority in Rise, staff is always willing to hear feedback from parents and incorporate them. Rise is truly an excellent school!
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