Serving 290 students in grades 3-5, Gallatin County Upper 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 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gallatin County Upper Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gallatin County Upper 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 Gallatin County Upper Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#912 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Gallatin County Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Gallatin County Upper Elementary School is ranked #912 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Gallatin County Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Gallatin County Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallatin County Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Gallatin County Upper Elementary School?
290 students attend Gallatin County Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gallatin County Upper Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin County Upper Elementary School?
Gallatin County Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gallatin County Upper Elementary School offer ?
Gallatin County Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gallatin County Upper Elementary School part of?
Gallatin County Upper Elementary School is part of Gallatin County School District.
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