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#879 of 1,284 schools in KY
Calloway County Alternative Program
High School · Calloway County
2003 College Farm Rd, Murray, KY 42071
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
100:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
100:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#879 of 1,284
In Murray
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Calloway County
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Calloway County Alternative Program
High School in Murray · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Calloway County Alternative Program
Calloway County Alternative Program is a public high school in Murray, KY, part of Calloway County. Calloway County Alternative Program serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 100:1 student-teacher ratio. Calloway County Alternative Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Calloway County Alternative Program show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Calloway County Alternative Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Calloway County Alternative Program sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Calloway County Alternative Program runs 100:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Calloway County Alternative Program — Students at Calloway County Alternative Program score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Calloway County Alternative Program Compares
See how Calloway County Alternative Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2003 College Farm Rd, Murray, KY 42071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calloway County Alternative Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Murray High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Calloway County High School (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Murray, see our Murray schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calloway County Day Treatment Murray | 0.0 mi | — |
| Calloway County Preschool Center Murray | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Calloway County High School Murray | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Calloway County Middle School Murray | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Murray Elementary School Murray | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Murray High School Murray | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Murray Preschool Head Start Murray | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Murray Middle School Murray | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| North Calloway Elementary School Murray | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwest Calloway Elementary School Murray | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| East Calloway Elementary School Murray | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| HARMONY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murray | 7.7 mi | — |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hardin | 10.4 mi | 6.2 |
| South Marshall Elementary School Benton | 12.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear | 12.8 mi | 9.0 |
| South Marshall Middle Benton | 14.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Farmington Elementary School Mayfield | 11.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Benton Elementary School Benton | 16.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Purchase Youth Village Benton | 17.2 mi | — |
| Jonathan Elementary School Benton | 17.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,976
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
30,750
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
15.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
33.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Bartlett Educational Center Erlanger, KY | 5.4 |
| Breckinridge Metropolitan High Louisville, KY | 5.3 |
| The Renaissance Center Greenville, KY | 5.6 |
| GEO International High School Bowling Green, KY | 5.7 |
| Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program Fairdale, KY | 5.7 |
| Mary Jo and William MacDonald Maryhurst Louisville, KY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calloway County Alternative Program
What grades does Calloway County Alternative Program serve?
Calloway County Alternative Program serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Calloway County Alternative Program?
Calloway County Alternative Program has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calloway County Alternative Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Calloway County Alternative Program is 100:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calloway County Alternative Program rank in KY?
Calloway County Alternative Program ranks #879 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Calloway County Alternative Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Calloway County Alternative Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Calloway County Alternative Program?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calloway County Alternative Program has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Calloway County Alternative Program a charter school?
No, Calloway County Alternative Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calloway County Alternative Program a Title I school?
No, Calloway County Alternative Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calloway County Alternative Program?
66.0% of students at Calloway County Alternative Program qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 100:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Calloway County
- Phone
- (270) 762-7318
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Calloway County- District Enrollment
- 3,091
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,190
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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