Serving 383 students in grades 6-12, The Phoenix School Of Discovery 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 12% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Phoenix School Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
The Phoenix School Of Discovery's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Phoenix School Of Discovery 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 The Phoenix School Of Discovery is 0.56, 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
#1220 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
26%
11%
White
61%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 The Phoenix School Of Discovery's ranking?
The Phoenix School Of Discovery is ranked #1220 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are The Phoenix School Of Discovery often compared to?
The Phoenix School Of Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Kammerer Middle School, Waller-williams Environmental by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Phoenix School Of Discovery?
The graduation rate of The Phoenix School Of Discovery is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend The Phoenix School Of Discovery?
383 students attend The Phoenix School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of The Phoenix School Of Discovery students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Phoenix School Of Discovery?
The Phoenix School Of Discovery has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Phoenix School Of Discovery offer ?
The Phoenix School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Phoenix School Of Discovery part of?
The Phoenix School Of Discovery is part of Jefferson County School District.
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