Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cumberland 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cumberland Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cumberland, KY, encompassing approximately 462.5 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 16.4 miles, with the furthest edge located 34.1 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cumberland Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cumberland 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 Cumberland Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#783 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland Elementary School's ranking?
Cumberland Elementary School is ranked #783 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cumberland Elementary School?
428 students attend Cumberland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cumberland Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland Elementary School?
Cumberland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland Elementary School offer ?
Cumberland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cumberland Elementary School part of?
Cumberland Elementary School is part of Harlan County School District.
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