Serving 401 students in grades 2-4, Cartmell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cartmell Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cartmell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartmell Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1190 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
74%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartmell Elementary School's ranking?
Cartmell Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cartmell Elementary School often compared to?
Cartmell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kathryn Winn Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cartmell Elementary School?
401 students attend Cartmell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cartmell Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartmell Elementary School?
Cartmell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cartmell Elementary School offer ?
Cartmell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cartmell Elementary School part of?
Cartmell Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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