Serving 469 students in grades 1-5, Daniel Boone 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 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Daniel Boone Elementary School serves the northern part of Richmond, KY, covering an approximate area of 5.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest distance to the zone's edge being around 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daniel Boone Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daniel Boone 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 Daniel Boone Elementary School is 0.50, which is more 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
#576 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
69%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Daniel Boone Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Daniel Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Daniel Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn R Marshall Elementary School, Kit Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Daniel Boone Elementary School?
469 students attend Daniel Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Daniel Boone Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Boone Elementary School?
Daniel Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Daniel Boone Elementary School offer ?
Daniel Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Daniel Boone Elementary School part of?
Daniel Boone Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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