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Flaherty Elementary School

Middle School · Meade County

2615 Flaherty Road, Ekron, KY 40117

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#727 of 1,284

In Ekron

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

Meade County

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Flaherty Elementary School

6.0/10

Middle School in Ekron · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Flaherty Primary School

7.9/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

James T Alton Middle School

5.9/10

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About Flaherty Elementary School

Flaherty Elementary School is a public middle school in Ekron, KY, part of Meade County. Flaherty Elementary School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Flaherty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Flaherty Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Flaherty Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,339
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Flaherty Elementary School — Students at Flaherty Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 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
68%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Flaherty Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in KY
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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

2615 Flaherty Road, Ekron, KY 40117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flaherty Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. David T. Wilson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Brandenburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is James T Alton Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Vine Grove), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bluegrass Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Elizabethtown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ekron, see our Ekron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Flaherty Primary School Ekron 0.1 mi 7.9
James T Alton Middle School Vine Grove 5.7 mi 5.9
Vine Grove Elementary School Vine Grove 5.7 mi 6.9
Meadow View Elementary School Radcliff 6.8 mi 5.4
Ekron Elementary School Ekron 7.8 mi 6.3
North Middle School Radcliff 7.2 mi 5.0
North Hardin High School Radcliff 7.3 mi 5.9
NORTH HARDIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Radcliff 7.5 mi 5.8
North Park Elementary School Radcliff 7.5 mi 6.7
Rineyville Elementary School Rineyville 9.1 mi 7.0
Radcliff Elementary School Radcliff 8.2 mi 4.3
Woodland Elementary School Radcliff 8.8 mi 4.0
Barry Hahn Primary School Brandenburg 10.4 mi 5.9
David T. Wilson Elementary Brandenburg 10.5 mi 7.3
Stuart Pepper Middle School Brandenburg 10.6 mi 4.4
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health Systems Radcliff 9.8 mi 4.6
James R. Allen High School Brandenburg 11.3 mi 4.5
Meade County High School Brandenburg 11.4 mi 5.8
John Hardin High School Elizabethtown 11.4 mi 7.3
Bluegrass Middle School Elizabethtown 11.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,791

Median Home Value

$165,600

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

2,089

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

90.4%

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

46.1

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Gallatin County Middle School Warsaw, KY 6.2
Jackson County Middle School Mckee, KY 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flaherty Elementary School

What grades does Flaherty Elementary School serve?

Flaherty Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Flaherty Elementary School?

Flaherty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Flaherty Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flaherty Elementary School rank in KY?

Flaherty Elementary School ranks #727 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Flaherty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flaherty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Flaherty Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flaherty Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Flaherty Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Flaherty Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.4% of students at Flaherty 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Meade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

Meade County
District Enrollment
4,930
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,339
District Rank
#4 of 9

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