Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Flat Gap 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flat Gap Elementary School serves the northwest part of Flatgap, KY, covering an area of approximately 68.2 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive, averaging about 4.7 miles from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends up to 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flat Gap Elementary School's student population of 241 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Flat Gap 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 Flat Gap Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
10%
White
94%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Gap Elementary School's ranking?
Flat Gap Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Flat Gap Elementary School?
241 students attend Flat Gap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Flat Gap Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flat Gap Elementary School?
Flat Gap Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Flat Gap Elementary School offer ?
Flat Gap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flat Gap Elementary School part of?
Flat Gap Elementary School is part of Johnson County School District.
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