Ascension Academy

Ascension Academy is an alternative high school located in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has a small enrollment of 32 students and maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio of 5.3:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's location in a town setting provides a close-knit community environment for its students.

Ascension Academy focuses on providing individualized support to help each student succeed, making it an ideal place for those who benefit from smaller class sizes and more personalized attention. Despite having modest academic performance scores—rated 2.5 out of 10 by MySchoolScout—the school offers a nurturing atmosphere where students can grow both academically and personally. With only 25% proficiency in ELA and math, there is room for improvement and development.

Ascension Academy sits at the heart of Shelbyville, offering its students access to local resources while fostering a supportive community setting that encourages learning and personal growth.

With an enrollment of 32 students, Ascension Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1, Ascension Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.