Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crittenden-Mt Zion Elementary serves the northern part of Dry Ridge, KY, covering an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crittenden-mt. Zion 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 Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#790 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Student-Centered Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School's ranking?
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School is ranked #790 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School often compared to?
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School, Dry Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School?
387 students attend Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School?
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School offer ?
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School part of?
Crittenden-mt. Zion Elementary School is part of Grant County School District.
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