Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northern Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Elementary School serves the northern part of Georgetown, KY, covering an area of approximately 106.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#208 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
85%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Elementary School?
414 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northern Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Scott County School District.
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