Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, A B Chandler Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A B Chandler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
A B Chandler Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
A B Chandler Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A B Chandler Elementary School is 0.27, which is less 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
#216 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 A B Chandler Elementary School's ranking?
A B Chandler Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend A B Chandler Elementary School?
266 students attend A B Chandler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of A B Chandler Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A B Chandler Elementary School?
A B Chandler Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does A B Chandler Elementary School offer ?
A B Chandler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A B Chandler Elementary School part of?
A B Chandler Elementary School is part of Henderson County School District.
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