Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles H. Kelly Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles H. Kelly Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#130 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Charles H. Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Charles H. Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Charles H. Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Charles H. Kelly Elementary School?
254 students attend Charles H. Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Charles H. Kelly Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles H. Kelly Elementary School?
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles H. Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles H. Kelly Elementary School part of?
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/18/2014
I love this school. They know us as soon as we walk through the door. If u ever need anything they are always there to help.the staff is wonderful they treat your kids like family. Best school ever
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