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Hancock County Alternative Program

High School · Hancock County

83 State Route 3543, Hawesville, KY 42348

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7:1

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7:1

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

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About Hancock County Alternative Program

Hancock County Alternative Program is a public high school in Hawesville, KY, part of Hancock County. Hancock County Alternative Program serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

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What Parents Should Know

At 14 students, Hancock 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.

At 7:1 students to teachers, Hancock County Alternative Program sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hancock County Alternative Program sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

School Profile

Limited Data

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 14 students
Type: Public
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Address: 83 State Route 3543, Hawesville, KY 42348
Phone: (270) 927-7765
Data Year: SY 2022-23

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

79%

Teaching Staff

7:1 student-teacher ratio

2 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

92.9%

Location

83 State Route 3543, Hawesville, KY 42348

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hancock County Alternative Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hancock County High School (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Lewisport). Another option is Heritage Hills High School (rated 8.1/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Lincoln City). Additionally, South Spencer High School (rated 7.6/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Rockport). For more schools in Hawesville, see our Hawesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
North Hancock Elementary School Lewisport	2.0 mi	471	6.0
Hancock County Middle School Lewisport	4.6 mi	315	6.0
Hancock County High School Lewisport	4.7 mi	463	8.5
Tell City Jr-Sr High School Tell City	7.1 mi	616	6.6
Cannelton Elementary & High School Cannelton	8.0 mi	197	5.6
William Tell Elementary School Tell City	8.4 mi	744	5.9
MARY CARRICO MEMORIAL SCHOOL Philpot	10.7 mi	79	4.4
Lincoln Trail Elementary School Lamar	11.0 mi	354	8.3
ST BERNARD SCHOOL/DIOCESE Rockport	9.3 mi	106	7.9
Rockport-Ohio Elementary School Rockport	9.5 mi	320	6.7
Chrisney Elementary School Chrisney	10.1 mi	226	7.5
East View Elementary School Owensboro	10.8 mi	444	4.4
South Hancock Elementary School Hawesville	11.7 mi	218	7.0
Heritage Hills High School Lincoln City	14.4 mi	635	8.1
Heritage Hills Middle School Lincoln City	14.4 mi	314	8.0
South Spencer Middle School Rockport	11.9 mi	218	7.8
South Spencer High School Rockport	12.0 mi	352	7.6
Meadow Lands Elementary School Owensboro	14.2 mi	471	5.1
Country Heights Elementary School Owensboro	14.8 mi	467	6.7
Daviess County Middle School Owensboro	14.7 mi	841	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42348 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,579

Median Home Value

$124,300

Median Rent

$684/mo

Population

4,709

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hancock County Alternative Program

What grades does Hancock County Alternative Program serve?

Hancock County Alternative Program serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Hancock County Alternative Program?

Hancock County Alternative Program has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock County Alternative Program?

The student-teacher ratio at Hancock County Alternative Program is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Hancock County Alternative Program a charter school?

No, Hancock County Alternative Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hancock County Alternative Program a Title I school?

No, Hancock County Alternative Program is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hancock County Alternative Program?

78.6% of students at Hancock 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.