Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sublimity Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sublimity 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
Sublimity Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Sublimity Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sublimity Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#4 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 Sublimity Elementary School's ranking?
Sublimity Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sublimity Elementary School often compared to?
Sublimity Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sublimity Elementary School?
301 students attend Sublimity Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sublimity Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sublimity Elementary School?
Sublimity Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sublimity Elementary School offer ?
Sublimity Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sublimity Elementary School part of?
Sublimity Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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