Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sinking Fork Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sinking Fork Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#481 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
27%
11%
White
58%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinking Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Sinking Fork Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sinking Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Sinking Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sinking Fork Elementary School?
412 students attend Sinking Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sinking Fork Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sinking Fork Elementary School?
Sinking Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sinking Fork Elementary School offer ?
Sinking Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sinking Fork Elementary School part of?
Sinking Fork Elementary School is part of Christian County School District.
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