Serving 400 students in grades 1-5, Elkhorn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkhorn Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkhorn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#909 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
16%
11%
White
55%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
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 Elkhorn Elementary School's ranking?
Elkhorn Elementary School is ranked #909 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Elkhorn Elementary School often compared to?
Elkhorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peaks Mill Elementary School, Second Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Elementary School?
400 students attend Elkhorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Elkhorn Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn Elementary School?
Elkhorn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Elementary School offer ?
Elkhorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Elementary School part of?
Elkhorn Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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