Serving 436 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 17% (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 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cartmell Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Carrollton, KY, covering approximately 137.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 12.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cartmell Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Cartmell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartmell Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1191 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartmell Elementary School's ranking?
Cartmell Elementary School is ranked #1191 out of 1,250 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?
17% 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?
436 students attend Cartmell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cartmell Elementary School students are White, 17% 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 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cartmell Elementary School offer ?
Cartmell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cartmell Elementary School part of?
Cartmell Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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