Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Atkinson 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Atkinson Academy's student population of 462 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Live the Dream'
School Rankings
Atkinson Academy 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 Atkinson Academy is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
67%
11%
White
19%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkinson Academy's ranking?
Atkinson Academy is ranked #1183 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Atkinson Academy often compared to?
Atkinson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Byck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Academy?
462 students attend Atkinson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Atkinson Academy students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atkinson Academy?
Atkinson Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Atkinson Academy offer ?
Atkinson Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atkinson Academy part of?
Atkinson Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Atkinson Academy located?
Atkinson Academy is located in the Portland neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Portland.
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