Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hacker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hacker Elementary School serves the west part of Manchester, KY, covering an approximate area of 70 square miles. Families typically live 10-15 minutes away, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hacker Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hacker Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hacker Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#270 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hacker Elementary School's ranking?
Hacker Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hacker Elementary School often compared to?
Hacker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hacker Elementary School?
244 students attend Hacker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hacker Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hacker Elementary School?
Hacker Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hacker Elementary School offer ?
Hacker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hacker Elementary School part of?
Hacker Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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