Serving 6 students in grades 6-12, Mayfield Youth Development Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield Youth Development Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mayfield Youth Development Center's student population of 6 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mayfield Youth Development Center is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
Black
17%
11%
White
83%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Mayfield Youth Development Center?
6 students attend Mayfield Youth Development Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mayfield Youth Development Center students are White, and 17% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayfield Youth Development Center?
Mayfield Youth Development Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mayfield Youth Development Center offer ?
Mayfield Youth Development Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayfield Youth Development Center part of?
Mayfield Youth Development Center is part of Graves County School District.
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