Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Shearer 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shearer Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Shearer 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 Shearer Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#674 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Shearer Elementary School's ranking?
Shearer Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Shearer Elementary School often compared to?
Shearer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strode Station Elementary School, William G. Conkwright 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Shearer Elementary School?
399 students attend Shearer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shearer Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shearer Elementary School?
Shearer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shearer Elementary School offer ?
Shearer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shearer Elementary School part of?
Shearer Elementary School is part of Clark County School District.
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