Belfry Elementary School

170 St. Hwy. 319
Belfry, KY 41514
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belfry Elementary School 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 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 602 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Belfry Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Belfry Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfry Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KY)
#597 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
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27%
30%
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40%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
1%
8%
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Black
2%
11%
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White
94%
74%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.12
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Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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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 Belfry Elementary School's ranking?
Belfry Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 1,230 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Belfry Elementary School?
602 students attend Belfry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Belfry Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belfry Elementary School?
Belfry Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Belfry Elementary School offer ?
Belfry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belfry Elementary School part of?
Belfry Elementary School is part of Pike County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 602 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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