The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 62% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 57% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 72%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)62%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)57%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)3%
4%
Black
(09-10)n/a
12%
White
(09-10)97%
82%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
78%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% KY state average).
How many students attend West Knox County Elementary School?
637 students attend West Knox County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Knox County Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does West Knox County Elementary School offer ?
West Knox County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Knox County Elementary School part of?
West Knox County Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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