Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Argillite 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Argillite Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Equal access to facilities.
School Rankings
Argillite 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 Argillite Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1062 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argillite Elementary School's ranking?
Argillite Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Argillite Elementary School often compared to?
Argillite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wurtland Elementary School, Russell Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Argillite Elementary School?
216 students attend Argillite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Argillite Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argillite Elementary School?
Argillite Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Argillite Elementary School offer ?
Argillite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Argillite Elementary School part of?
Argillite Elementary School is part of Greenup County School District.
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