Serving 841 students in grades 2-5, Bardstown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bardstown Elementary School's student population of 841 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bardstown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bardstown Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#616 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
64%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bardstown Elementary School's ranking?
Bardstown Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bardstown Elementary School often compared to?
Bardstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coxs Creek Elementary School, Bloomfield Elementary School, Foster Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bardstown Elementary School?
841 students attend Bardstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bardstown Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bardstown Elementary School?
Bardstown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bardstown Elementary School offer ?
Bardstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bardstown Elementary School part of?
Bardstown Elementary School is part of Bardstown Independent School District.
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