Frakes School Center

Frakes School Center is a small rural elementary school located in Frakes, Kentucky, serving Bell County. The school offers education from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade with an enrollment of 115 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, thanks to its eight full-time equivalent teachers. Frakes School Center is focused on providing foundational learning in a close-knit community setting where each child receives individual attention.

While the school's MySchoolScout rating stands at 3.0 out of 10 and it ranks 1214th among Kentucky’s 1288 schools, with an academic score of 3.3/10, these numbers indicate areas for improvement rather than a complete picture of its offerings. The school reports that 45% of students are proficient in ELA and reading, while 37% meet proficiency standards in math. These figures suggest that Frakes School Center is working to enhance academic performance and support student development.

The school is situated in a rural area where community involvement plays a significant role in the educational experience, fostering a supportive environment for learning and growth.

With an enrollment of 115 students, Frakes School Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Frakes School Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.