Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Paintsville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Paintsville Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Paintsville, KY, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paintsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paintsville Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paintsville 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 Paintsville Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#520 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Paintsville Elementary School's ranking?
Paintsville Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paintsville Elementary School often compared to?
Paintsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson County Middle School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Paintsville Elementary School?
434 students attend Paintsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Paintsville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paintsville Elementary School?
Paintsville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paintsville Elementary School offer ?
Paintsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paintsville Elementary School part of?
Paintsville Elementary School is part of Paintsville Independent School District.
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