Serving 957 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Longbranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Longbranch Elementary School serves the southern part of Union, KY, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longbranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longbranch Elementary School's student population of 957 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
957 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Longbranch Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longbranch Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#22 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longbranch Elementary School's ranking?
Longbranch Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Longbranch Elementary School often compared to?
Longbranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Haven Elementary School, Shirley Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Longbranch Elementary School?
957 students attend Longbranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Longbranch Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longbranch Elementary School?
Longbranch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Longbranch Elementary School offer ?
Longbranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longbranch Elementary School part of?
Longbranch Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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