Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crabbe 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crabbe Elementary School serves the northeast part of Ashland, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crabbe Elementary School's student population of 270 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crabbe 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 Crabbe Elementary School is 0.40, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
76%
71%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, White & Black
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crabbe Elementary School's ranking?
Crabbe Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Crabbe Elementary School?
270 students attend Crabbe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Crabbe Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crabbe Elementary School?
Crabbe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crabbe Elementary School offer ?
Crabbe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crabbe Elementary School part of?
Crabbe Elementary School is part of Ashland Independent School District.
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