Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Evarts Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evarts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Evarts Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Evarts Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evarts 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evarts Elementary School's ranking?
Evarts Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Evarts Elementary School often compared to?
Evarts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Evarts Elementary School?
348 students attend Evarts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Evarts 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 Evarts Elementary School?
Evarts Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Evarts Elementary School offer ?
Evarts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Evarts Elementary School part of?
Evarts Elementary School is part of Harlan County School District.
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