Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tollesboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tollesboro Elementary School serves the west part of its district in Tollesboro, KY, covering an area of approximately 124 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tollesboro Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tollesboro 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 Tollesboro Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#661 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Tollesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Tollesboro Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Tollesboro Elementary School?
256 students attend Tollesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Tollesboro Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tollesboro Elementary School?
Tollesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tollesboro Elementary School offer ?
Tollesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tollesboro Elementary School part of?
Tollesboro Elementary School is part of Lewis County School District.
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