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%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert W Combs Elementary School serves the east part of Happy, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 28 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.1 miles.
- 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)
(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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1001 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
Chronically Absent Students
(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.
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