Carter Elementary School serves 157 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% KY state average).
How many students attend Carter Elementary School?
157 students attend Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carter Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Elementary School?
Carter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter Elementary School offer ?
Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carter Elementary School part of?
Carter Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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