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#584 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 45% in state
The Academy @ Shawnee
High School · Jefferson County
4001 Herman Street, Louisville, KY 40212
Enrollment
972
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
972
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#584 of 1,284
In Louisville
#30 of 147
public schools
In district
#31 of 149
Jefferson County
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About The Academy @ Shawnee
The Academy @ Shawnee is a public high school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. The Academy @ Shawnee serves approximately 972 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Academy @ Shawnee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for The Academy @ Shawnee show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Academy @ Shawnee 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.
31% of students at The Academy @ Shawnee were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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The Academy @ Shawnee — Students at The Academy @ Shawnee score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 8.4/10.
How The Academy @ Shawnee Compares
See how The Academy @ Shawnee 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
4001 Herman Street, Louisville, KY 40212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Academy @ Shawnee may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Western Middle School for the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, New Albany Senior High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby New Albany), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Young Elementary Louisville | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| King Elementary Louisville | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Portland Elementary Louisville | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Atkinson Academy Louisville | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Brandeis Elementary Louisville | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST END SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Byck Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Foster Traditional Academy Louisville | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Western Middle School for the Arts Louisville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Maupin Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| S Ellen Jones Elementary School New Albany | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Kennedy Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Louisville | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Johnson Traditional Middle Louisville | 2.1 mi | 2.1 |
| DuValle Education Center Louisville | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Carter Traditional Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 2.4 |
| CA Early Learning Center New Albany | 2.4 mi | — |
| New Albany Senior High School New Albany | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School Louisville | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Nathaniel Scribner Middle School New Albany | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,389
Median Home Value
$78,100
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
15,160
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
34.8%
Median Age
38.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central High Magnet Career Academy Louisville, KY | 6.5 |
| East Carter County High School Grayson, KY | 6.5 |
| Garrard County High School Lancaster, KY | 6.5 |
| North Laurel High School London, KY | 6.5 |
| Owensboro High School Owensboro, KY | 6.5 |
| Taylor County High School Campbellsville, KY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Academy @ Shawnee
What grades does The Academy @ Shawnee serve?
The Academy @ Shawnee serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Academy @ Shawnee?
The Academy @ Shawnee has an enrollment of approximately 972 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Academy @ Shawnee?
The student-teacher ratio at The Academy @ Shawnee is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Academy @ Shawnee rank in KY?
The Academy @ Shawnee ranks #584 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is The Academy @ Shawnee's MySchoolScout rating?
The Academy @ Shawnee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 The Academy @ Shawnee?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Academy @ Shawnee has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is The Academy @ Shawnee a charter school?
No, The Academy @ Shawnee is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Academy @ Shawnee a Title I school?
No, The Academy @ Shawnee is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Academy @ Shawnee?
83.4% of students at The Academy @ Shawnee qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 972
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8326
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #31 of 149
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