Estill Springs Elementary School serves 475 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 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Reading Proficiency: 36%
- Attendance Zone: Estill Springs Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Irvine, KY, encompassing approximately 255.6 square miles. The zone typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to its edge and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estill Springs Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)36%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 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?
475 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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