Serving 189 students in grades 3-5, Elliott County Intermediate 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elliott County Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
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School Overview
Elliott County Intermediate School's student population of 189 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Elliott County Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elliott County Intermediate School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
n/a
10%

Black
1%
11%

White
97%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elliott County Intermediate School's ranking?
Elliott County Intermediate School is ranked #881 out of 1,267 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Elliott County Intermediate School?
189 students attend Elliott County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Elliott County Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elliott County Intermediate School?
Elliott County Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elliott County Intermediate School offer ?
Elliott County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elliott County Intermediate School part of?
Elliott County Intermediate School is part of Elliott County School District.
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