Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cawood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cawood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Cawood, KY, encompassing approximately 462.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 23.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cawood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cawood Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Committed to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Cawood 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 Cawood Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#384 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cawood Elementary School's ranking?
Cawood Elementary School is ranked #384 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cawood Elementary School?
209 students attend Cawood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cawood Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cawood Elementary School?
Cawood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cawood Elementary School offer ?
Cawood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cawood Elementary School part of?
Cawood Elementary School is part of Harlan County School District.
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