Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John M. Stumbo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John M. Stumbo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John M. Stumbo Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Striving for success at JMS.
School Rankings
John M. Stumbo 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 John M. Stumbo Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#287 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 John M. Stumbo Elementary School's ranking?
John M. Stumbo Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are John M. Stumbo Elementary School often compared to?
John M. Stumbo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betsy Layne Elementary School, Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend John M. Stumbo Elementary School?
254 students attend John M. Stumbo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of John M. Stumbo Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John M. Stumbo Elementary School?
John M. Stumbo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does John M. Stumbo Elementary School offer ?
John M. Stumbo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John M. Stumbo Elementary School part of?
John M. Stumbo Elementary School is part of Floyd County School District.
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