Serving 185 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Hook Elementary School serves the southwest part of Sandy Hook, KY, covering an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elliott County Intermediate School's student population of 185 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing Lion Pride with Roaring Success
School Rankings
Elliott County Intermediate 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 Elliott County Intermediate School is 0.08, 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
#674 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Elliott County Intermediate School's ranking?
Elliott County Intermediate School is ranked #674 out of 1,250 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?
40-44% 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?
185 students attend Elliott County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elliott County Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elliott County Intermediate School?
Elliott County Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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