West Perry Elementary School

72 Miss Edna Lane
Hazard, KY 41701
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Perry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 30% in KY
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Perry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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Attribute

School Overview

West Perry Elementary School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers

School Rankings

West Perry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Perry Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#252 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
48%
38%
54%
45%
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
96%
71%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Perry Elementary School's ranking?
West Perry Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are West Perry Elementary School often compared to?
West Perry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Perry County Elementary School, Robert W Combs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend West Perry Elementary School?
743 students attend West Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Perry 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 West Perry Elementary School?
West Perry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Perry Elementary School offer ?
West Perry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Perry Elementary School part of?
West Perry Elementary School is part of Perry County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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