Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ben Johnson 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ben Johnson Elementary School's student population of 232 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Wildcats
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ben Johnson 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 Ben Johnson Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Hispanic
2%
10%
White
91%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Ben Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1025 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ben Johnson Elementary School?
232 students attend Ben Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ben Johnson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Johnson Elementary School?
Ben Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Ben Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ben Johnson Elementary School part of?
Ben Johnson Elementary School is part of Breckinridge County School District.
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