Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Emmalena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Emmalena Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Emmalena, KY, covering approximately 352.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 13 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 20.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmalena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Emmalena Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emmalena Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmalena Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#270 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Emmalena Elementary School's ranking?
Emmalena Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Emmalena Elementary School often compared to?
Emmalena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Creek Elementary School, Robinson Elementary School, Jones Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Emmalena Elementary School?
204 students attend Emmalena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Emmalena Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmalena Elementary School?
Emmalena Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emmalena Elementary School offer ?
Emmalena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Emmalena Elementary School part of?
Emmalena Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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