Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Paces Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Paces Creek Elementary serves the southwest part of Manchester, KY, covering an area of approximately 48.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.4 miles and the furthest edge located 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paces Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paces Creek Elementary School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing All Students For Success
School Rankings
Paces Creek 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 Paces Creek Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#394 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
Showing 2009–2022. Full 24-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 Paces Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Paces Creek Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paces Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Paces Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Paces Creek Elementary School?
273 students attend Paces Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Paces Creek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paces Creek Elementary School?
Paces Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paces Creek Elementary School offer ?
Paces Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paces Creek Elementary School part of?
Paces Creek Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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