Serving 453 students in grades 1-5, Peaks Mill 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 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Peaks Mill Elementary serves the northeast part of Frankfort, KY, covering an area of approximately 67.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peaks Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peaks Mill Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
PME will provide an inclusive and equitable learning environment, will develop the whole child, and will prepare every student for success!
School Rankings
Peaks Mill 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 Peaks Mill Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#430 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Peaks Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Peaks Mill Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Peaks Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Peaks Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkhorn Elementary School, Westridge Elementary School, Hearn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Peaks Mill Elementary School?
453 students attend Peaks Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Peaks Mill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peaks Mill Elementary School?
Peaks Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peaks Mill Elementary School offer ?
Peaks Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Peaks Mill Elementary School part of?
Peaks Mill Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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