Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eastern Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eastern Elementary School's student population of 173 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern 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 Eastern Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#362 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Eastern Elementary School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simpsonville Elementary School, Eminence Elementary School, New Castle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Eastern Elementary School?
173 students attend Eastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Eastern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary School?
Eastern Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Elementary School part of?
Eastern Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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