Serving 356 students in grades 3-5, Pine Knot Intermediate 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 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Knot Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pine Knot Intermediate's student population of 356 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pine Knot Intermediate 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 Pine Knot Intermediate is 0.08, 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
#457 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1

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

Black
n/a
11%
White
96%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pine Knot Intermediate's ranking?
Pine Knot Intermediate is ranked #457 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Pine Knot Intermediate?
356 students attend Pine Knot Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pine Knot Intermediate students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Knot Intermediate?
Pine Knot Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Knot Intermediate offer ?
Pine Knot Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Knot Intermediate part of?
Pine Knot Intermediate is part of Mccreary County School District.
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