Estill Springs Elementary School

314 Main St
Irvine, KY 40336
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Estill Springs Elementary School serves 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 29% (Btm 50% in KY)
  • : 36%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Estill Springs Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Estill Springs Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
29%
38%
(12-13)
36%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% KY state average).
How many students attend Estill Springs Elementary School?
477 students attend Estill Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Estill Springs Elementary 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 Estill Springs Elementary School?
Estill Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Estill Springs Elementary School offer ?
Estill Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estill Springs Elementary School part of?
Estill Springs Elementary School is part of Estill County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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