Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tompkinsville 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tompkinsville Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Tompkinsville, KY, covering an area of approximately 136 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.6 miles and the furthest edge extending to 15 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tompkinsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tompkinsville Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
Tompkinsville 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 Tompkinsville Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#164 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)18.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Tompkinsville Elementary School's ranking?
Tompkinsville Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Tompkinsville Elementary School?
437 students attend Tompkinsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tompkinsville Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tompkinsville Elementary School?
Tompkinsville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tompkinsville Elementary School offer ?
Tompkinsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tompkinsville Elementary School part of?
Tompkinsville Elementary School is part of Monroe County School District.
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