Serving 185 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 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cordia School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Hazard, KY, covering approximately 352.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 14.4 miles and the furthest edge located 22.3 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Cordia School's student population of 185 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.08, 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
#388 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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 Beaver Creek Elementary School, Hindman 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 91.4%.
How many students attend Cordia School?
185 students attend Cordia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cordia School students are White, 2% 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 12:1, 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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