Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brodhead Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brodhead Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Brodhead, KY, covering an area of approximately 82.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brodhead Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders
School Rankings
Brodhead 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 Brodhead 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
#538 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Brodhead Elementary School's ranking?
Brodhead Elementary School is ranked #538 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Brodhead Elementary School often compared to?
Brodhead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Vernon Elementary School, Roundstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Brodhead Elementary School?
493 students attend Brodhead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brodhead Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brodhead Elementary School?
Brodhead Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brodhead Elementary School offer ?
Brodhead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brodhead Elementary School part of?
Brodhead Elementary School is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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