Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Elementary School serves the northern part of Butler, KY, covering an area of approximately 120.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located about 10.8 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.10, 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
#191 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
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)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #191 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 Southern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Northern Elementary School?
501 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Pendleton County School District.
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