Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heath Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heath Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heath Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Heath Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heath Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#95 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Heath Elementary School's ranking?
Heath Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Heath Elementary School often compared to?
Heath Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School, Lone Oak Elementary School, Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Heath Elementary School?
493 students attend Heath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Heath Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heath Elementary School?
Heath Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heath Elementary School offer ?
Heath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heath Elementary School part of?
Heath Elementary School is part of Mccracken County School District.
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