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Right Fork School Center

Elementary School · Bell County

5296 Hwy. 221, Stoney Fork, KY 40988

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#672 of 1,284

In district

#7 of 7

Bell County

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Right Fork School Center

6.1/10

Elementary School in Stoney Fork · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Right Fork School Center

Right Fork School Center is a public elementary school in Stoney Fork, KY, part of Bell County. Right Fork School Center serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Right Fork School Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Right Fork School Center show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Right Fork School Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Right Fork School Center 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.

33% of students at Right Fork School Center 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.5% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,423
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Right Fork School Center — Students at Right Fork School Center score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 37 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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
55.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Right Fork School Center Compares

See how Right Fork School Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
48th percentile in KY
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

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

5296 Hwy. 221, Stoney Fork, KY 40988

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Right Fork School Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flat Lick Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Flat Lick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dewitt Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Flat Lick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Page School Center (rated 7.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Pineville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stoney Fork, see our Stoney Fork schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Page School Center Pineville 5.4 mi 7.4
Pineville Independent School Pineville 6.6 mi 8.2
Bell County High School Pineville 8.1 mi 6.7
Bell Central School Center Pineville 8.4 mi 7.0
Lone Jack School Center Fourmile 8.9 mi 7.1
Dewitt Elementary School Flat Lick 10.0 mi 8.9
Elydale Middle Ewing 11.9 mi 9.0
Wallins Elementary School Wallins 9.8 mi 5.6
Flat Lick Elementary School Flat Lick 11.3 mi 9.2
Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate 14.8 mi 6.7
Forge Ridge School Harrogate 15.2 mi 6.2
Middlesboro Alternative School Middlesboro 14.6 mi 5.0
Middlesboro Group Home School Middlesboro 14.6 mi
J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate 15.2 mi 5.0
RED BIRD CHRISTIAN SCHO Beverly 15.7 mi 8.8
Thomas Walker High Ewing 14.1 mi 7.7
Middlesboro Elementary School Middlesboro 15.4 mi 5.2
Middlesboro Middle School Middlesboro 15.7 mi 7.0
Middlesboro High School Middlesboro 15.6 mi 7.3
H. Y. Livesay Middle School Harrogate 16.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40988 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,576

Median Home Value

$59,700

Population

399

College Educated

12.5%

Homeownership

100%

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

35.3

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COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington, KY 6.0
LITTLE FLOCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shepherdsville, KY 6.0
Clay Elementary School Clay, KY 6.2
Catlettsburg Elementary School Catlettsburg, KY 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Right Fork School Center

What grades does Right Fork School Center serve?

Right Fork School Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Right Fork School Center?

Right Fork School Center has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Right Fork School Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Right Fork School Center is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Right Fork School Center rank in KY?

Right Fork School Center ranks #672 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Right Fork School Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Right Fork School Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Right Fork School Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Right Fork School Center has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Right Fork School Center a charter school?

No, Right Fork School Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Right Fork School Center a Title I school?

No, Right Fork School Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Right Fork School Center?

90.4% of students at Right Fork School Center 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
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

District

Bell County
District Enrollment
2,441
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,423
District Rank
#7 of 7

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