Elementary Schools in Taylor County

The two elementary schools located in Taylor County, Kentucky serve students from prekindergarten through 5th grade. Taylor County Primary Center educates students in grades PK-2, while Taylor County Elementary School serves grades 3-5. The data reveals notable differences between the two schools in terms of student demographics, academic performance, and resource allocation.

While both schools have similar per-student spending, Taylor County Elementary School has a lower student-teacher ratio of 14.9 compared to 17.0 at Taylor County Primary Center. This suggests that the elementary school may provide more individualized attention for its students. However, Taylor County Elementary School also serves a higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 58.73% compared to 52.72% at Taylor County Primary Center. This indicates that the elementary school serves a more economically disadvantaged student population.

Academically, Taylor County Elementary School has seen fluctuating statewide rankings over the past few years, ranging from 390th to 428th out of approximately 685 Kentucky elementary schools. While the school's performance has been relatively consistent, its proficiency rates in subjects like Social Studies and Mathematics are generally below the state averages. These insights suggest that the schools in Taylor County may benefit from a closer examination of their instructional strategies and interventions to better support student learning across all subject areas.