Serving 452 students in grades 1-5, Emma B. Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emma B Ward Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lawrenceburg, KY, covering an area of 26.4 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emma B. Ward Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma B. Ward 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 Emma B. Ward Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#596 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)19.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Navy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma B. Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Emma B. Ward Elementary School often compared to?
Emma B. Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B. Turner Elementary School, Saffell Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
452 students attend Emma B. Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Emma B. Ward Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma B. Ward Elementary School?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emma B. Ward Elementary School offer ?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma B. Ward Elementary School part of?
Emma B. Ward Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
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