Serving 430 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 39% (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 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- 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 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Peaks Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peaks Mill Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
76%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peaks Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Peaks Mill Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 1,267 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?
39% 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?
430 students attend Peaks Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Peaks Mill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peaks Mill Elementary School?
Peaks Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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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