Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Star Elementary School serves the eastern part of Rush, KY, covering an area of approximately 32.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Star Elementary School's student population of 124 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Hand in Hand We Learn
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#90 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
99%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Star Elementary School's ranking?
Star Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Star Elementary School?
124 students attend Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Star Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Elementary School?
Star Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Star Elementary School offer ?
Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Star Elementary School part of?
Star Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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