Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bloomfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bloomfield Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Bloomfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bloomfield Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#991 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
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
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bloomfield Elementary School's ranking?
Bloomfield Elementary School is ranked #991 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bloomfield Elementary School often compared to?
Bloomfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bardstown Elementary School, The New Haven School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bloomfield Elementary School?
230 students attend Bloomfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bloomfield Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bloomfield Elementary School?
Bloomfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bloomfield Elementary School offer ?
Bloomfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bloomfield Elementary School part of?
Bloomfield Elementary School is part of Nelson County School District.
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