Serving 550 students in grades 3-5, Adair County Elementary School 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 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adair County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Columbia, KY, encompassing approximately 412.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adair County Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Adair County Elementary School, students, families and educators collaborate in a nurturing environment that celebrates and develops each child’s unique strengths. Our commitment is to inspire and empower young minds, fostering leadership, creativity,
School Rankings
Adair County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adair County Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adair County Elementary School's ranking?
Adair County Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 1,250 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Adair County Elementary School?
550 students attend Adair County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Adair County Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adair County Elementary School?
Adair County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adair County Elementary School offer ?
Adair County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adair County Elementary School part of?
Adair County Elementary School is part of Adair County School District.
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