Serving 1,008 students in grades 6-8, Stuart Academy 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 8% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stuart Academy's student population of 1,008 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Stuart Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stuart Academy is 0.72, 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
#1250 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
31%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Stuart Academy's ranking?
Stuart Academy is ranked #1250 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Stuart Academy often compared to?
Stuart Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South, Meyzeek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Stuart Academy?
1,008 students attend Stuart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Stuart Academy students are Black, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stuart Academy?
Stuart Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stuart Academy offer ?
Stuart Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stuart Academy part of?
Stuart Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
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