Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fulton Independent School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton Independent School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Fulton Independent School's student population of 293 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Dream it. Believe it. Achieve it.
School Rankings
Fulton Independent School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulton Independent School is 0.70, which is more 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
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
38%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 Fulton Independent School's ranking?
Fulton Independent School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Fulton Independent School often compared to?
Fulton Independent Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton County High School, Fulton County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fulton Independent School?
The graduation rate of Fulton Independent School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fulton Independent School?
293 students attend Fulton Independent School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fulton Independent School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton Independent School?
Fulton Independent School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fulton Independent School offer ?
Fulton Independent School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fulton Independent School part of?
Fulton Independent School is part of Fulton Independent School District.
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