Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Butler 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 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: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Butler Elementary serves the northeast part of Morgantown, KY, covering an area of approximately 199.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Butler Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Smart, We are Strong, We are Determined, We are Leaders, WE are North Butler!
School Rankings
North Butler 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 North Butler 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
#896 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 19-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 North Butler Elementary School's ranking?
North Butler Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Butler Elementary School often compared to?
North Butler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morgantown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend North Butler Elementary School?
406 students attend North Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Butler Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Butler Elementary School?
North Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Butler Elementary School offer ?
North Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Butler Elementary School part of?
North Butler Elementary School is part of Butler County School District.
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