Serving 832 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G C Burkhead Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
G C Burkhead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
G C Burkhead Elementary School's student population of 832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
School Rankings
G C Burkhead 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 G C Burkhead Elementary School is 0.51, which is more 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
#231 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
68%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 G C Burkhead Elementary School's ranking?
G C Burkhead Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are G C Burkhead Elementary School often compared to?
G C Burkhead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Trail Elementary School, Creekside 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend G C Burkhead Elementary School?
832 students attend G C Burkhead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of G C Burkhead Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of G C Burkhead Elementary School?
G C Burkhead Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does G C Burkhead Elementary School offer ?
G C Burkhead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G C Burkhead Elementary School part of?
G C Burkhead Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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