Elizabethtown Independent School District
School District · Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,110
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,110
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Evaluating Elizabethtown Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Elizabethtown Independent as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Elizabethtown High School
Elizabethtown · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Talton K Stone Middle School
Elizabethtown · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Helmwood Heights Elementary School
Elizabethtown · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#80 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,110
$876 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,483 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Elizabethtown Independent ranks #80 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Elizabethtown Independent's schools with real test data average 6.4/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Elizabethtown High School (7.4/10), Talton K Stone Middle School (6.6/10), and Helmwood Heights Elementary School (6.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Elizabethtown Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elizabethtown High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Talton K Stone Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Helmwood Heights Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Morningside Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Elizabethtown Independent
Elizabethtown Independent is a Elizabethtown, Kentucky school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,483 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. The district invests $13,110 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.3/10, Elizabethtown Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Elizabethtown High School, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Elizabethtown Independent students show an average math proficiency of 41.6% and ELA proficiency of 51.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Elizabethtown Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Elizabethtown Independent with test data.
Schools in Elizabethtown Independent
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Elizabethtown
- Total Enrollment
- 2,483
- Teachers (FTE)
- 164
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Elizabethtown Independent?
Elizabethtown Independent has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Elizabethtown Independent?
The average composite rating for Elizabethtown Independent is 6.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Elizabethtown Independent?
Elizabethtown Independent spends $13,110 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elizabethtown Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Elizabethtown Independent is 15.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Elizabethtown Independent?
Elizabethtown High School is the highest-rated school in Elizabethtown Independent with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Elizabethtown Independent?
Across schools in Elizabethtown Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Elizabethtown Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Elizabethtown Independent has an average school rating of 6.3/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.6%
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Compare Elizabethtown Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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