Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sinking Fork Elementary School serves the northwest part of Hopkinsville, KY, covering an area of approximately 125.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 15-20 minutes away, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the school's edge and some residing as far as 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sinking Fork Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating a Generation of Excellence
School Rankings
Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sinking Fork Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#481 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinking Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Sinking Fork Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sinking Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Sinking Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sinking Fork Elementary School?
430 students attend Sinking Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sinking Fork Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sinking Fork Elementary School?
Sinking Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sinking Fork Elementary School offer ?
Sinking Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sinking Fork Elementary School part of?
Sinking Fork Elementary School is part of Christian County School District.
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