Serving 244 students in grades 5-8, Edmonson County 5/6 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
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), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edmonson County 5/6 Center's student population of 244 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edmonson County 5/6 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edmonson County 5/6 Center is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#714 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edmonson County 5/6 Center's ranking?
Edmonson County 5/6 Center is ranked #714 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Edmonson County 5/6 Center?
244 students attend Edmonson County 5/6 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Edmonson County 5/6 Center students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edmonson County 5/6 Center?
Edmonson County 5/6 Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edmonson County 5/6 Center offer ?
Edmonson County 5/6 Center offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edmonson County 5/6 Center part of?
Edmonson County 5/6 Center is part of Edmonson County School District.
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