Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shannon Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shannon Johnson Elementary School serves the southern part of Berea, KY, covering an area of approximately 27.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shannon Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shannon Johnson Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
Home of the Hawks
School Rankings
Shannon Johnson 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 Shannon Johnson Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#201 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shannon Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Shannon Johnson Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Shannon Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Shannon Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berea Community Elementary School, Silver Creek Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Shannon Johnson Elementary School?
473 students attend Shannon Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Shannon Johnson Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shannon Johnson Elementary School?
Shannon Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shannon Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Shannon Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shannon Johnson Elementary School part of?
Shannon Johnson Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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