- Enrollment
- 536
- Students per teacher
- 16.2:1
- Resource Index
- 43/100
Other / mixed grade configuration · Springfield, KY
Commander Academy
Federal NCES profile for Commander Academy, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 39/100.
2024-25 NCES dataOther / mixed grade configurationNCES 210576002358
👥 S:T ratio 8
🌟 Gifted program 70
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Commander Academy earns 39/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 96% of Kentucky schools.
- #4 of 4
- public schools in Springfield · Resource Index
- 39
- Resource Index · Typical
- 23:1
- large classes for Kentucky
- 65.2%
- free-lunch eligible
Commander Academy has class sizes larger than 96% of Kentucky schools. Computed live against every Kentucky school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Commander Academy ranks #4 of 4 public schools in Springfield, KY.
School address
District: Washington County · Kentucky
NCES ID 210576002358 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
-1 students YoY
Commander Academy held near 45 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (-1 headcount).
Teacher FTE held 2.0 → 2.0 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Steady CCD campus
-1 students YoY 210576002358 · Springfield, KY Other · SMALL · TRAD
46 enr · 23:1 · 65.2% lunch · RII 39
Nearest enrollment peer: North Washington Elementary School (536 students)
Commander Academy held near 45 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (-1 headcount). Teacher FTE held 2.0 → 2.0 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Kentucky schools → · Find another →
Commander Academy in the enrollment neighbourhood
Fall enrollment among this campus and nearest district peers
- North Washingt
North Washington Elementary School
536 students
- Washington Cou
Washington County High School
507 students
- Washington Cou
Washington County Elementary School
473 students
- Washington Cou 214
Washington County Middle School
214 students
- This school 46
Commander Academy
46 students
What this shows Commander Academy reports 46 students on the CCD universe file.
How Commander Academy compares
Commander Academy held steady on CCD headcount: ratios and free-lunch share vs Kentucky and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Kentucky | Kentucky avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 23:1 | ▲ 51% | 15.2:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 65.2% | ▲ 10% | 59.2% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 46 | top 90% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
23:1
Leaner classes than 8% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
46
Bigger than 5% of US schools by enrollment, a small campus.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
65.2%
free-lunch eligible
- 10% above the Kentucky average of 59.2%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
23:1
students per teacher
- 51% above state mean
Top 96% in Kentucky - lower ratio than 4% of state schools
Above 20:1, running heavier than the typical U.S. public school; staffing is comparatively stretched.
Funding equity
$13,858
per pupil, district-wide
- below Kentucky avg of $14,362
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors0.0 FTE
Student-support staffing from the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Discipline context
0
in-school suspensions + 0 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection. Includes 1 expulsion.
Programs
Gifted & talented Yes
District finance for Washington County reports $13,858 per pupil (NCES F-33) - open the district page for the full revenue mix.
How Commander Academy Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Washington Elementary School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Washington County High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Washington County Elementary School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Washington County Middle School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Commander Academy's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 507
- Students per teacher
- 18.1:1
- Resource Index
- 43/100
- Enrollment
- 473
- Students per teacher
- 19.7:1
- Resource Index
- 41/100
- Enrollment
- 214
- Students per teacher
- 16.5:1
- Resource Index
- 44/100
Similar other schools in Springfield
1 comparable other schools (grades Mixed) serving the same city.
Nationwide other schools with similar size or staffing
Out-of-state peers matched by enrollment and by student-teacher ratio, not the same-city or same-district lists above.
Similar enrollment (~46 students)
Frequently asked questions about Commander Academy
How many students attend Commander Academy?
Commander Academy has 46 students enrolled. It is an alternative school in Springfield, KY. CCD year-over-year: 46 (2022-23) → 45 (2023-24), nearly flat (-1).
What is the student-teacher ratio at Commander Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Commander Academy is 23:1, which is 51% higher than the Kentucky average of 15.2:1 and 46% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Commander Academy?
65.2% of students at Commander Academy are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Kentucky average of 59.2%.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Commander Academy?
Commander Academy has a Resource Investment Index of 39/100 (typical reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 2 factors: student-teacher ratio, gifted-program reporting. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology). Limited indicators were available, so the index reflects partial data.
How does Commander Academy rank among public schools in Springfield?
By Resource Investment Index, Commander Academy ranks #4 of 4 public schools in Springfield, KY. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking.
What other schools are in Washington County?
Besides Commander Academy, Washington County also operates North Washington Elementary School (536 students), Washington County High School (507 students), and Washington County Elementary School (473 students). See the Washington County district page for the complete list.