Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nicholas County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholas County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Carlisle, KY, covering approximately 196.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas County Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nicholas County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas County Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#992 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas County Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholas County Elementary School is ranked #992 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Nicholas County Elementary School?
645 students attend Nicholas County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nicholas County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas County Elementary School?
Nicholas County Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nicholas County Elementary School offer ?
Nicholas County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nicholas County Elementary School part of?
Nicholas County Elementary School is part of Nicholas County School District.
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