Serving 578 students in grades 6-12, Newcomer 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcomer Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Newcomer Academy's student population of 578 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newcomer 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 Newcomer Academy is 0.58, 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
#1250 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
56%
10%
Black
33%
11%
White
8%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Newcomer Academy's ranking?
Newcomer Academy is ranked #1250 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newcomer Academy?
The graduation rate of Newcomer Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newcomer Academy?
578 students attend Newcomer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newcomer Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcomer Academy?
Newcomer Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newcomer Academy offer ?
Newcomer Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newcomer Academy part of?
Newcomer Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Newcomer Academy located?
Newcomer Academy is located in the Klondike neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Klondike.
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