Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cumberland County Elementary 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 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cumberland County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Burkesville, KY, covering approximately 310.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cumberland County Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cumberland County Elementary 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 Cumberland County 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
#538 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)17.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland County Elementary School's ranking?
Cumberland County Elementary School is ranked #538 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cumberland County Elementary School?
501 students attend Cumberland County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cumberland County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland County Elementary School?
Cumberland County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland County Elementary School offer ?
Cumberland County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cumberland County Elementary School part of?
Cumberland County Elementary School is part of Cumberland County School District.
School Reviews
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