Serving 465 students in grades 1-5, Nicholasville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholasville Elementary School serves a central area in Nicholasville, KY, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away, allowing for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholasville Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nicholasville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholasville Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#546 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)16.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholasville Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholasville Elementary School is ranked #546 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Nicholasville Elementary School often compared to?
Nicholasville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Red Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Nicholasville Elementary School?
465 students attend Nicholasville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Nicholasville Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholasville Elementary School?
Nicholasville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nicholasville Elementary School offer ?
Nicholasville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nicholasville Elementary School part of?
Nicholasville Elementary School is part of Jessamine County School District.
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