There were 327 fifth grade students enrolled in Johnson County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 7.9% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Paintsville Elementary School welcomed most of the fifth grade students in the county, registering 70 students.
Within Johnson County schools, enrollment was highest in ninth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, Johnson County ranked 45th in total enrollment. It held the same ranking the previous year.
Kentucky schools face funding gaps as state support is 24% below 2008 levels after accounting for inflation. According to a report from KY Policy, the average teacher salaries are 19.8% lower than in 2008, when adjusted for inflation, while transportation funding covers just 82% of the required amount. The gap between wealthy and poor districts has widened to $4,247 per student, and several districts report deficits, including $16 million in Fayette County and $3.9 million in Newport.
| School | # of 5th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paintsville Elementary School | 70 | 15.4% | 455 |
| Highland Elementary School | 61 | 13.9% | 440 |
| Porter Elementary School | 59 | 12.7% | 465 |
| W. R. Castle Memorial Elementary School | 55 | 12.6% | 438 |
| Central Elementary School | 41 | 11.1% | 371 |
| Flat Gap Elementary School | 34 | 12.7% | 267 |
| Johnson County Eagle Academy | 7 | 2.8% | 254 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.