Charles Straub Elementary School serves 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Straub Elementary School's student population of 641 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charles Straub Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
73%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles Straub Elementary School?
641 students attend Charles Straub Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Charles Straub Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Straub Elementary School?
Charles Straub Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles Straub Elementary School offer ?
Charles Straub Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Straub Elementary School part of?
Charles Straub Elementary School is part of Mason County School District.
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