Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert B. Turner Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert B. Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert B. Turner Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
Campus Size
20
School Rankings
Robert B. Turner Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert B. Turner Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#96 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Robert B. Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Robert B. Turner Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Robert B. Turner Elementary School often compared to?
Robert B. Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saffell Street Elementary School, Emma B. Ward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Robert B. Turner Elementary School?
589 students attend Robert B. Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Robert B. Turner Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert B. Turner Elementary School?
Robert B. Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert B. Turner Elementary School offer ?
Robert B. Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert B. Turner Elementary School part of?
Robert B. Turner Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
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