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Prichard Elementary School

Elementary School · Carter County

401 East Main St, Grayson, KY 41143

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#803 of 1,284

In Grayson

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

Carter County

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Prichard Elementary School

5.7/10

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

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5.1/10

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6.5/10

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About Prichard Elementary School

Prichard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grayson, KY, part of Carter County. Prichard Elementary School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prichard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #803 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Prichard Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Prichard 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,653
Chronic Absenteeism40.9%

Prichard Elementary School — Students at Prichard Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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
74%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
42.3%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Prichard Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in KY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.9%

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

401 East Main St, Grayson, KY 41143

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prichard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ponderosa Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Catlettsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carter City Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 11.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olive Hill Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Olive Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grayson, see our Grayson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
East Carter Middle School Grayson 0.5 mi 5.1
East Carter County High School Grayson 0.7 mi 6.5
CARTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hitchins 3.7 mi 7.4
Heritage Elementary School Grayson 4.8 mi 6.1
Star Elementary School Rush 8.4 mi 6.6
Boyd County Central School Rush 9.8 mi
Carter City Elementary School Grayson 11.5 mi 8.5
West Carter Middle School Olive Hill 11.2 mi 4.2
Carter Virtual Academy Olive Hill 11.2 mi 2.1
West Carter County High School Olive Hill 11.3 mi 6.0
Olive Hill Elementary School Olive Hill 11.7 mi 7.2
Argillite Elementary School Argillite 14.2 mi 4.7
Boyd County High School Ashland 12.7 mi 7.1
Boyd Co Early Childhood Academy Ashland 13.3 mi 5.6
Cannonsburg Elementary School Ashland 13.4 mi 5.6
Elliott County Primary School Sandy Hook 15.9 mi 5.0
Ponderosa Elementary School Catlettsburg 13.8 mi 8.9
Boyd County Middle School Ashland 14.8 mi 5.6
Summit Elementary School Ashland 15.1 mi 4.8
Wurtland Elementary School Wurtland 17.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,485

Median Home Value

$141,200

Median Rent

$688/mo

Population

13,754

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

75.3%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prichard Elementary School

What grades does Prichard Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Prichard Elementary School?

Prichard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Prichard Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prichard Elementary School rank in KY?

Prichard Elementary School ranks #803 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Prichard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prichard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Prichard Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prichard Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Prichard Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Prichard Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

65.7% of students at Prichard 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Carter County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.9%

District

Carter County
District Enrollment
4,079
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,653
District Rank
#8 of 11

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