Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bend Gate 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 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than 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 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bend Gate Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bend Gate 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 Bend Gate Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
13%
11%
White
64%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bend Gate Elementary School's ranking?
Bend Gate Elementary School is ranked #514 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bend Gate Elementary School often compared to?
Bend Gate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spottsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bend Gate Elementary School?
425 students attend Bend Gate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bend Gate Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bend Gate Elementary School?
Bend Gate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bend Gate Elementary School offer ?
Bend Gate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bend Gate Elementary School part of?
Bend Gate Elementary School is part of Henderson County School District.
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