Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Elkhorn Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhorn Middle School's student population of 737 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkhorn Middle 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 Middle School is 0.54, 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
#905 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
14%
11%
White
65%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Elkhorn Middle School's ranking?
Elkhorn Middle School is ranked #905 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Elkhorn Middle School often compared to?
Elkhorn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bondurant Middle School, Second Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Middle School?
737 students attend Elkhorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elkhorn Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhorn Middle School?
Elkhorn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Middle School offer ?
Elkhorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Middle School part of?
Elkhorn Middle School is part of Franklin County School District.
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