Serving 409 students in grades 1-5, Elkhorn 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 26% (which is lower than 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 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn Elementary School serves the eastern part of Frankfort, KY, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhorn Elementary School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkhorn 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 Elkhorn Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#988 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
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
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)21.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Elementary School's ranking?
Elkhorn Elementary School is ranked #988 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Elkhorn Elementary School often compared to?
Elkhorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peaks Mill Elementary School, Hearn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% 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 Elkhorn Elementary School?
409 students attend Elkhorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elkhorn Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Elementary School?
Elkhorn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Elementary School offer ?
Elkhorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkhorn Elementary School part of?
Elkhorn Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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