Gallatin County Lower Elementary School serves 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gallatin County Lower Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gallatin County Lower Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)55-59%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)55-59%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gallatin County Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Gallatin County Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallatin County Upper Elementary School, Jefferson-craig Elementary School, Switzerland Co Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% KY state average).
How many students attend Gallatin County Lower Elementary School?
422 students attend Gallatin County Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gallatin County Lower Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gallatin County Lower Elementary School?
Gallatin County Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gallatin County Lower Elementary School offer ?
Gallatin County Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallatin County Lower Elementary School part of?
Gallatin County Lower Elementary School is part of Gallatin County School District.
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