Appalachian Challenge Academy serves 100 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appalachian Challenge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Appalachian Challenge Academy's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
100 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Appalachian Challenge Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
86%
71%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Appalachian Challenge Academy?
100 students attend Appalachian Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Appalachian Challenge Academy students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Appalachian Challenge Academy offer ?
Appalachian Challenge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Appalachian Challenge Academy part of?
Appalachian Challenge Academy is part of Kentucky National Guard Youth Challenge Academies School District.
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