Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Steeplechase Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steeplechase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Steeplechase Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
580 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Steeplechase 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 Steeplechase Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#436 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%

Hispanic
14%
10%

Black
19%
11%

White
57%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steeplechase Elementary School's ranking?
Steeplechase Elementary School is ranked #436 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Steeplechase Elementary School?
580 students attend Steeplechase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Steeplechase Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steeplechase Elementary School?
Steeplechase Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steeplechase Elementary School offer ?
Steeplechase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Steeplechase Elementary School part of?
Steeplechase Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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