Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tamarack Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tamarack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tamarack Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tamarack 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 Tamarack Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Daviess County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamarack Elementary School's ranking?
Tamarack Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Tamarack Elementary School often compared to?
Tamarack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutton Elementary School, Deer Park Elementary School, Newton Parrish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Tamarack Elementary School?
564 students attend Tamarack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Tamarack Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tamarack Elementary School?
Tamarack Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tamarack Elementary School offer ?
Tamarack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tamarack Elementary School part of?
Tamarack Elementary School is part of Daviess County School District.
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