Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse Stuart Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse Stuart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jesse Stuart Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Jesse Stuart Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Stuart Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#581 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
64%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Jesse Stuart Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Stuart Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jesse Stuart Elementary School often compared to?
Jesse Stuart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanson Elementary School, Pride Elementary School, West Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jesse Stuart Elementary School?
477 students attend Jesse Stuart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jesse Stuart Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesse Stuart Elementary School?
Jesse Stuart Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jesse Stuart Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Stuart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jesse Stuart Elementary School part of?
Jesse Stuart Elementary School is part of Hopkins County School District.
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