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#857 of 1,284 schools in KY

Flemingsburg Elementary School

Elementary School · Fleming County

245 West Water Street, Flemingsburg, KY 41041

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#857 of 1,284

In Flemingsburg

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Fleming County

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About Flemingsburg Elementary School

Flemingsburg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flemingsburg, KY, part of Fleming County. Flemingsburg Elementary School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Flemingsburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #857 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Flemingsburg Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
District avg 5.3
KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Flemingsburg Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Flemingsburg 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 Progress6.5Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency22% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency31% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected-12.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile19th

Resources & Environment5.6Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,522

Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Flemingsburg Elementary School — Students at Flemingsburg Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 38 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

63%

ELA

70%

2010

Math

58%

ELA

65%

2011

Math

31%

ELA

42%

2012

Math

31%

ELA

41%

2013

Math

47%

ELA

54%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

51%

2015

Math

44%

ELA

48%

2016

Math

56%

ELA

54%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

54%

2018

Math

58%

ELA

60%

2019

Math

58%

ELA

60%

2020*

Math

31%

ELA

43%

2021*

Math

31%

ELA

43%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

39%

2025

Math

22%

ELA

39.3%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Flemingsburg Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

5.5/10

33th percentile in KY

Academic

3.8/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

6.5/10

Average

Environment

5.6/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

63%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

35 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

20.4%

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

245 West Water Street, Flemingsburg, KY 41041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flemingsburg Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manchester Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tollesboro Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Tollesboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles Straub Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Maysville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flemingsburg, see our Flemingsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Simons Middle School Flemingsburg	0.2 mi	349	7.5
Fleming County High School Flemingsburg	1.4 mi	692	6.6
Ewing Elementary School Ewing	5.3 mi	352	5.5
Hillsboro Elementary School Hillsboro	9.9 mi	222	4.8
Mason County Intermediate School Maysville	14.1 mi	545	4.1
Mason County Middle School Maysville	14.5 mi	557	4.2
Charles Straub Elementary School Maysville	14.6 mi	641	6.9
Mason County High School Maysville	14.7 mi	873	5.3
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Maysville	15.2 mi	197	7.3
Tollesboro Elementary School Tollesboro	13.5 mi	275	7.3
Bath County Middle School Owingsville	19.6 mi	395	5.7
Second Chance Academy Owingsville	19.6 mi	13	—
Owingsville Elementary School Owingsville	19.7 mi	504	5.3
Bath County High School Owingsville	20.0 mi	608	7.2
Robertson County School Mount Olivet	16.4 mi	459	6.9
Crossroads Elementary School Owingsville	20.4 mi	405	6.5
Manchester High School Manchester	20.3 mi	351	6.6
Manchester Elementary School Manchester	20.3 mi	338	7.4
Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Senior High School Ripley	21.2 mi	235	6.6
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School Ripley	21.2 mi	109	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,288

Median Home Value

$114,400

Median Rent

$653/mo

Population

7,564

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

28.3%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flemingsburg Elementary School

What grades does Flemingsburg Elementary School serve?

Flemingsburg Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Flemingsburg Elementary School?

Flemingsburg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Flemingsburg Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flemingsburg Elementary School rank in KY?

Flemingsburg Elementary School ranks #857 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Flemingsburg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flemingsburg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Flemingsburg Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flemingsburg Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Flemingsburg Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Flemingsburg Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

62.6% of students at Flemingsburg 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.