Jessamine County

Jessamine County operates a moderately sized district of 8,910 students in Kentucky with 14 schools across 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. The district experienced notable enrollment growth of 9.2% in the prior year, reflecting broader demographic shifts in the town locale. With 661 teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, staffing levels align closely with state standards.

Academic performance shows mixed results relative to Kentucky averages. Reading proficiency stands at 49.0%, slightly above the state average of 48.2%, while math proficiency at 41.0% trails the state average of 42.2%. The district distinguishes itself through a 97.3% graduation rate, notably higher than the state average of 95.5%, and an exceptionally low 0.3% dropout rate. Chronic absenteeism at 20.5% represents a notable concern.

Demographically, the student population reflects significant economic challenges, with 58.0% economically disadvantaged students. English learners comprise 8.2% of enrollment, while 17.4% receive special education services. The district is predominantly White at 75.8%, with Hispanic, Black, and Asian students comprising 9.6%, 6.6%, and 1.2% respectively.

Financial resources present constraints, with per-pupil spending of $17,093 falling below the state average of $18,884. The $107.8M total budget relies on state funding (52.0%) as the primary revenue source, with local (36.4%) and federal (11.5%) contributions supporting operations.