Below Average
#1145 of 1,284 schools in KY
Mccracken Open Campus School
School · McCracken County
4336 Metropolis Lake Road, West Paducah, KY 42086
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
63:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
63:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,145 of 1,284
In West Paducah
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
McCracken County
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mccracken Open Campus School
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About Mccracken Open Campus School
Mccracken Open Campus School is a public school in West Paducah, KY, part of McCracken County. Mccracken Open Campus School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 63:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccracken Open Campus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,145 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Mccracken Open Campus School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 7.8
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Mccracken Open Campus School 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 Mccracken Open Campus School 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.
Mccracken Open Campus School runs 63:1 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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Mccracken Open Campus School — Students at Mccracken Open Campus School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Mccracken Open Campus School Compares
See how Mccracken Open Campus School 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
4336 Metropolis Lake Road, West Paducah, KY 42086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccracken Open Campus School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL SYSTEM (rated 7.7/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Paducah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY K-12 (rated 6.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Paducah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Paducah, see our West Paducah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heath Middle School West Paducah | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Heath Elementary School West Paducah | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| McCracken County High School Paducah | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Concord Elementary School Paducah | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Metropolis Elem School Metropolis | 6.4 mi | 4.5 |
| McCracken Regional School Paducah | 6.8 mi | — |
| Massac County High School Metropolis | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Franklin Elem School Metropolis | 8.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Massac Jr High School Metropolis | 8.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Lone Oak Middle School Paducah | 7.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lone Oak Intermediate School Paducah | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Lone Oak Elementary School Paducah | 7.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Joppa Jr & Sr High School Joppa | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School Paducah | 8.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL SYSTEM Paducah | 8.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Clark Elementary School Paducah | 8.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paducah | 8.6 mi | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY K-12 Paducah | 9.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Paducah Middle School Paducah | 8.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Maple Grove Elem School Metropolis | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,328
Median Home Value
$175,300
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
4,313
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
80.9%
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
40.9
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|---|---|
| Newport School of Innovation Newport, KY | 4.3 |
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| Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health Systems Radcliff, KY | 4.6 |
| SALINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somerset, KY | 3.5 |
| FARMERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morehead, KY | 3.2 |
| LONDON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY London, KY | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccracken Open Campus School
What grades does Mccracken Open Campus School serve?
Mccracken Open Campus School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mccracken Open Campus School?
Mccracken Open Campus School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccracken Open Campus School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccracken Open Campus School is 63:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mccracken Open Campus School rank in KY?
Mccracken Open Campus School ranks #1,145 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Mccracken Open Campus School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccracken Open Campus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Mccracken Open Campus School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccracken Open Campus School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Mccracken Open Campus School a charter school?
No, Mccracken Open Campus School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mccracken Open Campus School a Title I school?
No, Mccracken Open Campus School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccracken Open Campus School?
87.3% of students at Mccracken Open Campus School 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 63:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- McCracken County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (270) 538-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
McCracken County- District Enrollment
- 6,891
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,196
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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