Upper Tygart Elementary School serves 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% KY state average).
How many students attend Upper Tygart Elementary School?
264 students attend Upper Tygart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Upper Tygart Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Tygart Elementary School?
Upper Tygart Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Upper Tygart Elementary School offer ?
Upper Tygart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Upper Tygart Elementary School part of?
Upper Tygart Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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