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Adair Learning Academy

401 Appleby Dr
Columbia, KY 42728
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 61 students in grades 5-12, Adair Learning Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 30% in KY
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Adair Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

Adair Learning Academy's student population of 61 students has grown by 221% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Our mission is to prepare all students with the self-discipline and academic proficiency necessary to be contributing citizens in an ever-changing society.

School Rankings

Adair Learning Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adair Learning Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
<50%
38%
<50%
45%
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
74%
11%
White
20%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Adair Learning Academy's ranking?
Adair Learning Academy is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Adair Learning Academy?
61 students attend Adair Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Adair Learning Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adair Learning Academy?
Adair Learning Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adair Learning Academy offer ?
Adair Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adair Learning Academy part of?
Adair Learning Academy is part of Adair County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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