Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#263 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Elementary School?
493 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Pendleton County School District.
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