Pine Knot Primary serves 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Knot Primary is 0.08, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pine Knot Primary?
486 students attend Pine Knot Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pine Knot Primary students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Knot Primary?
Pine Knot Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Knot Primary offer ?
Pine Knot Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Pine Knot Primary part of?
Pine Knot Primary is part of Mccreary County School District.
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