Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carr Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carr Creek Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carr Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carr Creek Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#290 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
98%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Carr Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Carr Creek Elementary School is ranked #290 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Carr Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Carr Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmalena Elementary School, Knott County Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Carr Creek Elementary School?
360 students attend Carr Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Carr Creek Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carr Creek Elementary School?
Carr Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carr Creek Elementary School offer ?
Carr Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carr Creek Elementary School part of?
Carr Creek Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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