Excellent

#29 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 2% in state

Keavy Elementary School

Elementary School · Laurel County

Highway 312, Keavy, KY 40737

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#29 of 1,284

In district

#2 of 17

Laurel County

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Keavy Elementary School

Keavy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Keavy, KY, part of Laurel County. Keavy Elementary School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Keavy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Keavy Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district

9.1

This school 9.1 · Excellent
District avg 8.4
KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Keavy 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.

32% of students at Keavy Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.9Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change+0.97 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics9.8Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency66.3% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency70% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected+32.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile97th

Resources & Environment5.9Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,611

Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Keavy Elementary School — Students at Keavy Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2011

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2012

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2013

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2014

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2015

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

57%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

62%

ELA

82%

2019

Math

62%

ELA

82%

2020*

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2021*

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2022

Math

67%

ELA

77%

2025

Math

66.3%

ELA

73%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Keavy Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

9.1/10

98th percentile in KY

Academic

9.8/10

Excellent

Growth

9.9/10

Excellent

Environment

5.9/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

76%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

21 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

31.5%

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

Highway 312, Keavy, KY 40737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keavy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sublimity Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby London), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Corbin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Corbin Primary (rated 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Corbin), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Keavy, see our Keavy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Cold Hill Elementary School London	4.8 mi	266	8.6
Corbin Primary Corbin	5.2 mi	800	8.9
Hunter Hills Elementary School Corbin	4.9 mi	603	8.5
High School Homebound Corbin	5.4 mi	14	—
Elementary Homebound Corbin	5.4 mi	22	—
CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corbin	5.7 mi	377	9.2
Corbin School of Innovation Corbin	5.7 mi	174	7.8
Corbin Preschool Corbin	5.6 mi	116	3.9
Oak Grove Elementary School Corbin	6.6 mi	667	6.4
Corbin Educational Center Corbin	5.9 mi	34	4.1
Corbin Middle School Corbin	5.8 mi	657	7.5
Corbin High School Corbin	6.3 mi	813	7.5
Wyan-Pine Grove Elementary London	6.6 mi	414	7.2
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL London	8.0 mi	112	5.1
Sublimity Elementary School London	7.9 mi	301	9.5
McDaniel Learning Center London	8.9 mi	37	2.6
South Laurel Middle School London	9.0 mi	904	7.5
South Laurel High School London	9.0 mi	1,121	7.1
Lynn Camp Elementary School Corbin	8.2 mi	524	3.8
Lynn Camp Middle High School Corbin	8.2 mi	437	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,500

Median Home Value

$134,900

Median Rent

$770/mo

Population

1,824

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

86.5%

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

30.8

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Anchorage Independent Public School Anchorage, KY	399	9.1
Grant's Lick Elementary School Alexandria, KY	349	9.1
Northern Elementary School Somerset, KY	347	9.1
Perryville Elementary School Perryville, KY	309	9.1
CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corbin, KY	377	9.2
Cairo Elementary School Henderson, KY	250	9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keavy Elementary School

What grades does Keavy Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Keavy Elementary School?

Keavy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Keavy Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keavy Elementary School rank in KY?

Keavy Elementary School ranks #29 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Keavy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keavy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Keavy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keavy Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Keavy Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Keavy Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

75.5% of students at Keavy 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.