Serving 386 students in grades 3-5, Caldwell County 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Caldwell County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Princeton, KY, spanning approximately 348.2 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caldwell County Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Caldwell County 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 Caldwell County Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#422 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
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)17.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Caldwell County Elementary School's ranking?
Caldwell County Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Caldwell County Elementary School?
386 students attend Caldwell County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Caldwell County Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caldwell County Elementary School?
Caldwell County Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caldwell County Elementary School offer ?
Caldwell County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caldwell County Elementary School part of?
Caldwell County Elementary School is part of Caldwell County School District.
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