Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Painted Stone 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Painted Stone Elementary serves the northwest part of Shelbyville, KY, covering an area of approximately 57 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 5.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 10.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Painted Stone Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Painted Stone 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 Painted Stone Elementary School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1014 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
29%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
58%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Saddlebred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Painted Stone Elementary School's ranking?
Painted Stone Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Painted Stone Elementary School often compared to?
Painted Stone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School, Simpsonville Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Painted Stone Elementary School?
458 students attend Painted Stone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Painted Stone Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Painted Stone Elementary School?
Painted Stone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Painted Stone Elementary School offer ?
Painted Stone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Painted Stone Elementary School part of?
Painted Stone Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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