Serving 15 students in grades 7-12, Morehead Youth Development Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 53% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morehead Youth Development Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Morehead Youth Development Center's student population of 15 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Morehead Youth Development Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morehead Youth Development Center is 0.62, 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
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
40%
11%
White
47%
71%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morehead Youth Development Center's ranking?
Morehead Youth Development Center is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
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 Morehead Youth Development Center?
15 students attend Morehead Youth Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Morehead Youth Development Center students are White, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morehead Youth Development Center?
Morehead Youth Development Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morehead Youth Development Center offer ?
Morehead Youth Development Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morehead Youth Development Center part of?
Morehead Youth Development Center is part of Rowan County School District.
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