Serving 462 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hindman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hindman Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hindman 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 Hindman Elementary School is 0.06, which is less 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
#683 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #683 out of 1,230 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Hindman Elementary School?
462 students attend Hindman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hindman Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hindman Elementary School?
Hindman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hindman Elementary School part of?
Hindman Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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