Serving 542 students in grades 1-5, Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School serves the northern part of Nicholasville, KY, covering an area of approximately 51.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#178 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
76%
71%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School often compared to?
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hattie C. Warner Elementary School, Wilmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School?
542 students attend Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School?
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School is part of Jessamine County School District.
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