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Catlettsburg Elementary School

Elementary School · Boyd County

3348 Court Street, Catlettsburg, KY 41129

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#734 of 1,284

In Catlettsburg

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Boyd County

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Catlettsburg Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Catlettsburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Catlettsburg Elementary School

Catlettsburg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Catlettsburg, KY, part of Boyd County. Catlettsburg Elementary School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Catlettsburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #734 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Catlettsburg Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 193 students, Catlettsburg Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Catlettsburg Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,486
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Catlettsburg Elementary School — Students at Catlettsburg Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 35 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
47.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Catlettsburg Elementary School Compares

See how Catlettsburg Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in KY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3348 Court Street, Catlettsburg, KY 41129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Catlettsburg Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kellogg Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crabbe Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Ashland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Point Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby South Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Catlettsburg, see our Catlettsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
South Point Elementary School South Point 1.4 mi 7.4
Tri-State STEM+M School South Point 1.8 mi 6.0
Ceredo-Kenova Elementary Kenova 1.8 mi 4.2
South Point Middle School South Point 2.5 mi 5.6
South Point High School South Point 2.6 mi 6.6
Ceredo-Kenova Middle School Ceredo 2.3 mi 7.3
Charles Russell Elementary School Ashland 3.2 mi 7.3
Ashland Alternative School Ashland 3.3 mi
Oakview Elementary School Ashland 4.1 mi 6.3
Ashland Middle School Ashland 4.3 mi 6.1
Poage Elementary School Ashland 4.4 mi 6.4
Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland 4.7 mi 7.6
Crabbe Elementary School Ashland 5.2 mi 7.6
Spring Valley High School Huntington 4.5 mi 4.3
Hager Elementary School Ashland 4.9 mi 6.2
Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus A Ashland 5.4 mi
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington 4.6 mi 7.8
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Ashland 5.7 mi 8.1
Ashland Head Start Ashland 5.7 mi 4.5
ROSE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland 5.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,438

Median Home Value

$152,700

Median Rent

$685/mo

Population

8,417

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

49.6

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LITTLE FLOCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shepherdsville, KY 6.0
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John M. Stumbo Elementary School Grethel, KY 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Catlettsburg Elementary School

What grades does Catlettsburg Elementary School serve?

Catlettsburg Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Catlettsburg Elementary School?

Catlettsburg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Catlettsburg Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Catlettsburg Elementary School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Catlettsburg Elementary School rank in KY?

Catlettsburg Elementary School ranks #734 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Catlettsburg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Catlettsburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Catlettsburg Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Catlettsburg Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Catlettsburg Elementary School a charter school?

No, Catlettsburg Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Catlettsburg Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Catlettsburg Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catlettsburg Elementary School?

73.6% of students at Catlettsburg Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boyd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

Boyd County
District Enrollment
3,024
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,486
District Rank
#3 of 7

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