Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wayland Alexander 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 36% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayland Alexander Elementary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayland Alexander Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayland Alexander Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#322 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wayland Alexander Elementary School's ranking?
Wayland Alexander Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Wayland Alexander Elementary School often compared to?
Wayland Alexander Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horse Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Wayland Alexander Elementary School?
656 students attend Wayland Alexander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wayland Alexander Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayland Alexander Elementary School?
Wayland Alexander Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayland Alexander Elementary School offer ?
Wayland Alexander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayland Alexander Elementary School part of?
Wayland Alexander Elementary School is part of Ohio County School District.
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