Serving 395 students in grades 3-5, Caldwell County Elementary 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 30% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caldwell County Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Caldwell County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caldwell County Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#694 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
6%
11%
White
86%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
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 #694 out of 1,230 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Caldwell County Elementary School?
395 students attend Caldwell County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Caldwell County Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell County Elementary School?
Caldwell County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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