Serving 725 students in grades 6-8, Elkhorn Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhorn Middle School serves the eastern part of Frankfort, KY, covering an area of approximately 96.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhorn Middle School's student population of 725 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
EMS will provide an inclusive and equitable learning environment, will develop the whole child, and will prepare every student for success!
School Rankings
Elkhorn Middle 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 Middle School is 0.58, 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
#876 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)28.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Elkhorn Middle School's ranking?
Elkhorn Middle School is ranked #876 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Elkhorn Middle School often compared to?
Elkhorn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bondurant Middle School, Second Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Middle School?
725 students attend Elkhorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Elkhorn Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Middle School?
Elkhorn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Middle School offer ?
Elkhorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkhorn Middle School part of?
Elkhorn Middle School is part of Franklin County School District.
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