For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 810 students in Greenup, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Greenup, KY are Greysbranch Elementary School, Wurtland Middle School and Wurtland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Greenup, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Greenup have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Greenup, KY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greysbranch Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1487 Ohio River Road
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 473-9653
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 473-9653
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
Rank: #22.
Wurtland Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Center Ave
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 836-0025
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 836-0025
Grades: 6-8
| 288 students
Rank: #33.
Wurtland Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 East St
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 836-6987
Greenup, KY 41144
(606) 836-6987
Grades: PK-5
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Greenup, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Greenup, KY include Greysbranch Elementary School, Wurtland Middle School and Wurtland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Greenup, KY?
3 public elementary schools are located in Greenup, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in Greenup, KY?
Greenup, KY public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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