Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Perry County Elementary School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 7% 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-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Perry County Elementary School serves the northeast part of Hazard, KY, covering an area of approximately 31.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 10-12 minutes, with the furthest distance from the school being about 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Perry County Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
Campus Size
1 acre
School Rankings
East Perry 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 East Perry County Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#582 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Miners
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Perry County Elementary School's ranking?
East Perry County Elementary School is ranked #582 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are East Perry County Elementary School often compared to?
East Perry County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Perry Elementary School, Robert W Combs Elementary School, Robinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend East Perry County Elementary School?
603 students attend East Perry County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Perry County Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Perry County Elementary School?
East Perry County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Perry County Elementary School offer ?
East Perry County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Perry County Elementary School part of?
East Perry County Elementary School is part of Perry County School District.
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