Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Phelps Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phelps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Phelps Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Phelps Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phelps Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#166 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Phelps Elementary School's ranking?
Phelps Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Phelps Elementary School?
288 students attend Phelps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Phelps Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phelps Elementary School?
Phelps Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phelps Elementary School offer ?
Phelps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phelps Elementary School part of?
Phelps Elementary School is part of Pike County School District.
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