Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buckhorn School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buckhorn School serves the western part of Buckhorn, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 41.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckhorn School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student counts, every moment matters!
School Rankings
Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn School is 0.06, 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
#741 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Buckhorn School's ranking?
Buckhorn School is ranked #741 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buckhorn School?
The graduation rate of Buckhorn School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Buckhorn School?
320 students attend Buckhorn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Buckhorn School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckhorn School?
Buckhorn School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buckhorn School offer ?
Buckhorn School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckhorn School part of?
Buckhorn School is part of Perry County School District.
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