Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stephens 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 35% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephens Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephens 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 Stephens Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#497 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
7%
11%
White
75%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
Stephens Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Stephens Elementary School often compared to?
Stephens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Elementary School, Ockerman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Stephens Elementary School?
518 students attend Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Stephens Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephens Elementary School?
Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stephens Elementary School offer ?
Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephens Elementary School part of?
Stephens Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/7/2020
The best school around. So into keeping school fun and kids staying safe. You feel like a family here. Can't say enough good things about the school.
4 1/20/2020
I am now 13 years old; I have moved to many places. But by far... This was the best school I've gone to:)
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