Serving 378 students in grades 1-5, Hearn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hearn Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hearn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hearn Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
10%
11%
White
64%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearn Elementary School's ranking?
Hearn Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hearn Elementary School often compared to?
Hearn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peaks Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Hearn Elementary School?
378 students attend Hearn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hearn Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hearn Elementary School?
Hearn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hearn Elementary School offer ?
Hearn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hearn Elementary School part of?
Hearn Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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