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Taylor Elementary School

Elementary School · Bracken County

140 Gibson Drive, Brooksville, KY 41004

Enrollment

518

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#960 of 1,284

In Brooksville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Bracken County

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Taylor Elementary School

5.0/10

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

Bracken County Middle School

7.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Bracken County High School

4.4/10

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About Taylor Elementary School

Taylor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooksville, KY, part of Bracken County. Taylor Elementary School serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Taylor Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below KY schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Taylor 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,405
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Taylor Elementary School — Students at Taylor Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Taylor Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in KY
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

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

140 Gibson Drive, Brooksville, KY 41004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Felicity-Franklin Local Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Felicity), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Ripley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Georgetown Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooksville, see our Brooksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bracken County Middle School Brooksville 0.1 mi 7.7
Bracken County High School Brooksville 0.4 mi 4.4
Augusta Independent School Augusta 7.2 mi 7.6
Felicity-Franklin Local Middle School Felicity 10.6 mi 7.0
Felicity-Franklin Local Elementary School Felicity 10.6 mi 8.7
Felicity-Franklin Local High School Felicity 10.6 mi 5.9
Robertson County School Mount Olivet 11.2 mi 6.9
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Ripley 13.0 mi 7.4
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Elementary School Ripley 13.0 mi 7.6
Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Senior High School Ripley 13.2 mi 6.6
Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Junior High School Ripley 13.2 mi 5.8
Hamersville Elementary School Hamersville 16.9 mi 6.8
Georgetown Elementary School Georgetown 16.2 mi 7.5
Georgetown Jr/Sr High School Georgetown 16.4 mi 7.7
Mason County Intermediate School Maysville 14.6 mi 4.1
Southern Elementary School Falmouth 14.5 mi 5.0
Southern Hills Career Technical Center Georgetown 17.2 mi 3.7
Hill Intermediate Elementary School Bethel 19.2 mi 7.4
Bethel Tate High School Bethel 19.3 mi 7.5
Bick Primary Elementary School Bethel 19.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,944

Median Home Value

$108,100

Median Rent

$776/mo

Population

4,105

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

35.1 min

Poverty Rate

25.5%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylor Elementary School

What grades does Taylor Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?

Taylor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylor Elementary School rank in KY?

Taylor Elementary School ranks #960 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Taylor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Taylor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Taylor Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Taylor Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.9% of students at Taylor 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bracken County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

Bracken County
District Enrollment
1,150
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,405
District Rank
#2 of 3

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