Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ballard County Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballard County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barlow, KY, covering approximately 273.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 10 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 12.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ballard County Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student. Every decision. Every day.
School Rankings
Ballard County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard County Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#359 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballard County Elementary School's ranking?
Ballard County Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ballard County Elementary School?
444 students attend Ballard County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ballard County Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballard County Elementary School?
Ballard County Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballard County Elementary School offer ?
Ballard County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballard County Elementary School part of?
Ballard County Elementary School is part of Ballard County School District.
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