Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burning Springs 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burning Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burning Springs Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burning Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burning Springs Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#227 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burning Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Burning Springs Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Burning Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Burning Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Rock Elementary School, Big Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Burning Springs Elementary School?
305 students attend Burning Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Burning Springs Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burning Springs Elementary School?
Burning Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burning Springs Elementary School offer ?
Burning Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burning Springs Elementary School part of?
Burning Springs Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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