Serving 20 students in grades 6-12, Boys & Girls Haven ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 5:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boys & Girls Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Boys & Girls Haven's student population of 20 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
School Motto
A Home And A Family Healing A Future
School Rankings
The diversity score of Boys & Girls Haven is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
50%
71%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (98-99)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Boys & Girls Haven often compared to?
Boys & Girls Havenis often viewed alongside schools like Binet School, Brooklawn by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Boys & Girls Haven?
20 students attend Boys & Girls Haven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Boys & Girls Haven students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boys & Girls Haven?
Boys & Girls Haven has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boys & Girls Haven offer ?
Boys & Girls Haven offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boys & Girls Haven part of?
Boys & Girls Haven is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Boys & Girls Haven located?
Boys & Girls Haven is located in the Bon Air neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bon Air.
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