Robert W Combs Elementary School

9165 Hwy 15 S
Happy, KY 41746
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Robert W Combs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Bottom 50% in KY
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Robert W Combs Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Robert W Combs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert W Combs Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#1001 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
26%
38%
32%
45%
10-14%
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
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
(22-23)
55.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robert W Combs Elementary School's ranking?
Robert W Combs Elementary School is ranked #1001 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Robert W Combs Elementary School often compared to?
Robert W Combs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Perry County Elementary School, West Perry Elementary School, Robinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Robert W Combs Elementary School?
325 students attend Robert W Combs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Robert W Combs Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert W Combs Elementary School?
Robert W Combs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert W Combs Elementary School offer ?
Robert W Combs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert W Combs Elementary School part of?
Robert W Combs Elementary School is part of Perry County School District.

School Reviews

Review Robert W Combs Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links