Serving 649 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buckner Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buckner Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckner Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckner Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#161 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Elementary School's ranking?
Buckner Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Buckner Elementary School often compared to?
Buckner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Station Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Buckner Elementary School?
649 students attend Buckner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Buckner Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckner Elementary School?
Buckner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buckner Elementary School offer ?
Buckner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckner Elementary School part of?
Buckner Elementary School is part of Oldham County School District.
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