Serving 53 students in grades 3-12, Horse Creek Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horse Creek Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Horse Creek Learning Center's student population of 53 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horse Creek Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horse Creek Learning Center is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#829 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
7%
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 Horse Creek Learning Center's ranking?
Horse Creek Learning Center is ranked #829 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Horse Creek Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Horse Creek Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Horse Creek Learning Center?
53 students attend Horse Creek Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Horse Creek Learning Center students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horse Creek Learning Center?
Horse Creek Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Horse Creek Learning Center offer ?
Horse Creek Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horse Creek Learning Center part of?
Horse Creek Learning Center is part of Clay County School District.
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