Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central City 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central City Elementary serves the northern part of Central City, KY, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of just 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central City Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Central City 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 Central City Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#896 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1998–2025 (no data for 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003)
Black
5%
11%
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White
82%
71%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1997–2025 (no data for 2004 and 2005)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2004 and 2005)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Elementary School's ranking?
Central City Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Central City Elementary School often compared to?
Central City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenville Elementary School, Longest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Central City Elementary School?
406 students attend Central City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Central City Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central City Elementary School?
Central City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central City Elementary School offer ?
Central City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central City Elementary School part of?
Central City Elementary School is part of Muhlenberg County School District.
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