Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, Breathitt Regional School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breathitt Regional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Breathitt Regional School's student population of 38 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Breathitt Regional School 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 Breathitt Regional School is 0.36, which is less 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
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breathitt Regional School's ranking?
Breathitt Regional School is ranked #773 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Breathitt Regional School?
38 students attend Breathitt Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Breathitt Regional School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breathitt Regional School?
Breathitt Regional School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breathitt Regional School offer ?
Breathitt Regional School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breathitt Regional School part of?
Breathitt Regional School is part of Breathitt County School District.
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