Patriot Academy

Patriot Academy is an alternative public virtual school serving grades K-12 in Scottsville, KY, with 111 students enrolled as part of the Allen County school district. While the school boasts a strong 88.4% four-year graduation rate, outpacing the state average, its students face significant academic challenges, particularly in mathematics.

Patriot Academy's test scores lag behind the county and state averages across various subjects and grade levels, with only 12% of 11th-grade students scoring proficient or better in ACT Mathematics, compared to 22% in Allen County and 30% statewide. This achievement gap is likely exacerbated by the school's high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 71.17%, which is notably higher than the county and state averages. Additionally, Patriot Academy has a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 37:1, which may impact the personalized learning approach the school aims to provide.

Despite these challenges, Patriot Academy's focus on a flexible, personalized learning environment may contribute to its higher-than-average graduation rate, suggesting that the school's unique approach is helping students who may struggle in a traditional school setting. By addressing the root causes of the mathematics proficiency gap and leveraging the school's strengths, Patriot Academy can continue to support and empower its diverse student population.