Erlanger-elsmere Independent School District
School District · Erlanger, Kentucky
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
8
4 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,540
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
8
4 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,540
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Evaluating Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Erlanger-elsmere 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.
Lindeman Elementary School
Erlanger · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Tichenor Middle School
Erlanger · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lloyd High School
Erlanger · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#130 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,540
+$554 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,399 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Erlanger-elsmere Independent ranks #130 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Erlanger-elsmere Independent's schools with real test data average 5.5/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Lindeman Elementary School (8.3/10), Tichenor Middle School (6.6/10), and Lloyd High School (6.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Erlanger-elsmere Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lindeman Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Tichenor Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Lloyd High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Bartlett Educational Center | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Miles Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Arnett Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Howell Elementary School | 3.3 / 10 |
See all 8 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Erlanger-elsmere Independent
Erlanger-elsmere Independent is a Erlanger, Kentucky school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 2,399 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. The district invests $14,540 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.3/10, Erlanger-elsmere Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lindeman Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.
In standardized testing, Erlanger-elsmere Independent students show an average math proficiency of 33.8% and ELA proficiency of 41.6%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Erlanger-elsmere Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Erlanger-elsmere Independent with test data.
Schools in Erlanger-elsmere Independent
8 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Erlanger
- Total Enrollment
- 2,399
- Teachers (FTE)
- 166
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
Erlanger-elsmere Independent has 8 schools in total — 4 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 Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
The average composite rating for Erlanger-elsmere Independent is 5.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
Erlanger-elsmere Independent spends $14,540 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Erlanger-elsmere Independent is 14.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
Lindeman Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Erlanger-elsmere Independent with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What are the test scores in Erlanger-elsmere Independent?
Across schools in Erlanger-elsmere Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 41.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Erlanger-elsmere Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Erlanger-elsmere Independent has an average school rating of 5.3/10 across 8 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
- 5.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 41.6%
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Compare Erlanger-elsmere 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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