Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mapleton 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mapleton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Mount Sterling, KY, covering an area of approximately 60 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mapleton Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Mapleton Elementary: Soaring to New Heights!
School Rankings
Mapleton 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 Mapleton Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#369 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mapleton Elementary School's ranking?
Mapleton Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mapleton Elementary School?
524 students attend Mapleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mapleton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mapleton Elementary School?
Mapleton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mapleton Elementary School offer ?
Mapleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mapleton Elementary School part of?
Mapleton Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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