Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Black Mountain 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 30-34% (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 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Mountain Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Black Mountain 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 Black Mountain Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#841 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Black Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Black Mountain Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Black Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Black Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evarts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Black Mountain Elementary School?
248 students attend Black Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Black Mountain Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Mountain Elementary School?
Black Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Black Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Black Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Mountain Elementary School part of?
Black Mountain Elementary School is part of Harlan County School District.
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