Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kirksville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirksville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kirksville Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 19, 2026
School Motto
Love Learning Encourage Others Achieve My Goals Do What Is Right Because Blue Jays Always LEAD!
School Rankings
Kirksville 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 Kirksville Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#259 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Kirksville Elementary School's ranking?
Kirksville Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Kirksville Elementary School often compared to?
Kirksville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn R Marshall Elementary School, Kit Carson Elementary School, Boonesborough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Kirksville Elementary School?
620 students attend Kirksville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kirksville Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirksville Elementary School?
Kirksville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kirksville Elementary School offer ?
Kirksville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kirksville Elementary School part of?
Kirksville Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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