Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hindman Elementary 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 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hindman Elementary School serves the entire district of Hindman, KY, covering an area of approximately 352.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hindman Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hindman Elementary 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 Hindman 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
#783 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
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 Hindman Elementary School's ranking?
Hindman Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hindman Elementary School often compared to?
Hindman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Creek Elementary School, Cordia School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hindman Elementary School?
434 students attend Hindman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hindman Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hindman Elementary School?
Hindman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hindman Elementary School offer ?
Hindman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hindman Elementary School part of?
Hindman Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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