Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cordia School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cordia School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cordia School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 220% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cordia 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 Cordia School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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
What is Cordia School's ranking?
Cordia School is ranked #388 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cordia School often compared to?
Cordia Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hindman Elementary School, Beaver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cordia School?
The graduation rate of Cordia School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cordia School?
171 students attend Cordia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cordia School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cordia School?
Cordia School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cordia School offer ?
Cordia School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cordia School part of?
Cordia School is part of Knott County School District.
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