Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Johnson Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson 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
#11 out of 1267 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moyer Elementary School, Woodfill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?
425 students attend Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Johnson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Elementary School?
Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Elementary School part of?
Johnson Elementary School is part of Fort Thomas Independent School District.
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