Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bend Gate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bend Gate Elementary School serves the northern part of Henderson, KY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 25.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bend Gate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bend Gate Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bend Gate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bend Gate Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#421 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
14%
11%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Bend Gate Elementary School's ranking?
Bend Gate Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bend Gate Elementary School often compared to?
Bend Gate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spottsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bend Gate Elementary School?
421 students attend Bend Gate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bend Gate Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bend Gate Elementary School?
Bend Gate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bend Gate Elementary School offer ?
Bend Gate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bend Gate Elementary School part of?
Bend Gate Elementary School is part of Henderson County School District.
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