Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buckner Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buckner Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckner Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckner Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
89%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Elementary School's ranking?
Buckner Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Buckner Elementary School often compared to?
Buckner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Station Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Buckner Elementary School?
654 students attend Buckner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Buckner Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckner Elementary School?
Buckner Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buckner Elementary School offer ?
Buckner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckner Elementary School part of?
Buckner Elementary School is part of Oldham County School District.
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