Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Emmalena Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmalena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emmalena Elementary School's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Emmalena Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmalena Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#523 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%

Black
n/a
11%

White
99%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmalena Elementary School's ranking?
Emmalena Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Emmalena Elementary School often compared to?
Emmalena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Fork Elementary School, Robinson Elementary School, Carr Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Emmalena Elementary School?
205 students attend Emmalena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Emmalena Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmalena Elementary School?
Emmalena Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emmalena Elementary School offer ?
Emmalena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Emmalena Elementary School part of?
Emmalena Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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