Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Goose Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 10:1 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 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goose Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Goose Rock Elementary School's student population of 211 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goose Rock 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 Goose Rock Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#475 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
99%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goose Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Goose Rock Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Goose Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Goose Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burning Springs Elementary School, Big Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Goose Rock Elementary School?
211 students attend Goose Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Goose Rock Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goose Rock Elementary School?
Goose Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Goose Rock Elementary School offer ?
Goose Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Goose Rock Elementary School part of?
Goose Rock Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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