Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Gap Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Sand Gap Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Sand Gap Elementary School's student population of 289 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Sand Gap Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Gap Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Sand Gap Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Gap Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sand Gap Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Gap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckee Elementary School, Tyner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sand Gap Elementary School?
289 students attend Sand Gap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sand Gap Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Gap Elementary School?
Sand Gap Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Gap Elementary School offer ?
Sand Gap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sand Gap Elementary School part of?
Sand Gap Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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