Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berea Community 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 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berea Community Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Berea, KY, covering approximately 3.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berea Community Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Berea Community 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 Berea Community Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1004 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
80%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berea Community Elementary School's ranking?
Berea Community Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Berea Community Elementary School often compared to?
Berea Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannon Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Berea Community Elementary School?
448 students attend Berea Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Berea Community Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berea Community Elementary School?
Berea Community Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Berea Community Elementary School offer ?
Berea Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berea Community Elementary School part of?
Berea Community Elementary School is part of Berea Independent School District.
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