Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lewis County Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis County Central Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Futures Through Education
School Rankings
Lewis County Central 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 Lewis County Central Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#690 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis County Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis County Central Elementary School is ranked #690 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lewis County Central Elementary School?
453 students attend Lewis County Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lewis County Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis County Central Elementary School?
Lewis County Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis County Central Elementary School offer ?
Lewis County Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis County Central Elementary School part of?
Lewis County Central Elementary School is part of Lewis County School District.
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