Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Girdler 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girdler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Girdler Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Girdler 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 Girdler Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#841 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
97%
71%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girdler Elementary School's ranking?
Girdler Elementary School is ranked #841 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?
30-34% 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 Girdler Elementary School?
267 students attend Girdler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Girdler Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Girdler Elementary School?
Girdler Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Girdler Elementary School offer ?
Girdler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Girdler Elementary School part of?
Girdler Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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