Steeplechase Elementary School

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Steeplechase Elementary School ranks 242 nd of 685 Kentucky elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Steeplechase Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Walton, Kentucky, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 566 students. The school is part of the Boone County School District, which is ranked 31 out of 159 districts in Kentucky and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Steeplechase Elementary School consistently outperforms the state average in mathematics, reading, and other subject areas across grades 3-5. In 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in mathematics ranged from 48% to 59%, compared to the state average of 41% to 43%. In reading, Steeplechase's proficiency rates ranged from 54% to 64%, compared to the state average of 46% to 50%. The school also has particularly strong performance among specific student subgroups, such as African American, Hispanic, and English Language Learner students. However, the school's performance for students with special needs is an area for improvement.

While Steeplechase Elementary School's academic performance is generally stronger than the nearby Ockerman Elementary School, also in the Boone County School District, it does not match the top-performing schools in the neighboring Kenton County district, such as Erpenbeck Elementary, Shirley Mann Elementary, and Kenton Elementary. This may be due to factors beyond just funding, such as instructional practices, teacher quality, and school leadership.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

472 Chambers Road
Walton, KY 41094

(859) 485-3500

District: Boone County

SchoolDigger Rank:
242^nd of 685 Kentucky Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,227

Student/teacher ratio: 14.1

Number of students: 580

Racial breakdown:

White:

56.9%

African American:

19.0%

Hispanic:

13.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 63.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Steeplechase Elementary School ranks better than 64.7% of elementary schools in Kentucky. It also ranks 10^th among 15 ranked elementary schools in the Boone County School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 61.23. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Steeplechase Elementary School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (56.9%), African American (19%), Hispanic (13.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 63.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Steeplechase Elementary School is 14.1, which is the 7^th best among 15 elementary schools in the Boone County School District. (See more...)

Compare Steeplechase Elementary School employs 41 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Steeplechase Elementary School is $12,227. 7 elementary schools in the Boone County School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Steeplechase Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Steeplechase Elementary School 242^nd of 685 Kentucky public elementary schools. (See Steeplechase Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Boone County:

SchoolDigger ranks Boone County 31^st of 159 Kentucky school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Steeplechase Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	63.81	220^th	687	68.0%
2024	61.23	242^nd	685	64.7%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	66.43	13^th	65	80.0%
2024	74.29	12^th	64	81.3%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	44.08	121^st	257	52.9%
2024	29.37	216^th	279	22.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	65.00	162^nd	670	75.8%
2024	74.43	107^th	665	83.9%

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Rank History for Female students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	61.74	206^th	639	67.8%
2024	67.03	171^st	644	73.4%

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Rank History for Male students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	62.99	195^th	652	70.1%
2024	57.18	247^th	652	62.1%

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Rank History for African American students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	63.03	31^st	129	76.0%
2024	85.09	6^th	140	95.7%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	48.22	56^th	120	53.3%
2024	66.96	33^rd	135	75.6%

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Rank History for White students at Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	KY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	64.18	188^th	658	71.4%
2024	63.57	208^th	659	68.4%

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Data source: test scores: Kentucky Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Kentucky Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Steeplechase Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2022	309	123	9	82	1	59	583
2023	323	110	6	79	1	47	566
2024	330	110	20	80	1	39	580

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Steeplechase Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	583	39.0	14.9	59.9
2023	566	39.0	14.5	64.1
2024	580	41.0	14.1	63.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Steeplechase Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	583	39.0	14.9	59.9
2023	566	39.0	14.5	64.1
2024	580	41.0	14.1	63.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Steeplechase Elementary School

Year	Personnel Expenditures from Federal Funds	Non-Personnel Expenditures from Federal Funds	Total Expenditures from Federal Funds	Personnel Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Non-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2022	$582 (4.8%)	$1,030 (8.4%)	$1,612 (13.2%)	$9,406 (76.9%)	$1,210 (9.9%)	$10,615 (86.8%)	$12,227

Data source: Kentucky Department of Education

Schools Near Steeplechase Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				KSA Mathematics (2024)			KSA Reading (2024)			KSA Science (2024)	KSA Writing (2024)	KSA Social Studies (2024)	KSA Editing and Mechanics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	KSA Mathematics 3rd Grade	KSA Mathematics 4th Grade	KSA Mathematics 5th Grade	KSA Reading 3rd Grade	KSA Reading 4th Grade	KSA Reading 5th Grade	KSA Science 4th Grade	KSA Writing 5th Grade	KSA Social Studies 5th Grade	KSA Editing and Mechanics 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures: Total	Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Non-Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Personnel Spending from State and Local Funds	Non-Personnel from State and Local Funds	Sub-total Spending from State and Local Funds
Steeplechase Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	472 Chambers Road	Walton	41094	Boone County	Boone County	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 485-3500	580	41	14.1	63.6%	330 (56.9%)	110 (19.0%)	80 (13.8%)	20 (3.4%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (6.7%)	61.2	242^nd of 685 public elementary schools	64.7%		63.8	220^th of 687 public elementary schools	68.0%	22	59.0	54.0	48.0	64.0	54.0	59.0	24.0	24.0	44.0	58.0	$12,227	$582	$1,030	$1,612	$9,406	$1,210	$10,615
Walton - Verona Early Childhood Center	Public	PK	18 School Road	Walton	41094	Boone County	Walton-Verona Independent	No	No	No	No	(859) 485-4181	72	5	14.4	47.2%	59 (81.9%)	3 (4.2%)	7 (9.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.8%)								(n/a)
New Haven Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	10854 Us 42	Union	41091	Boone County	Boone County	No	No	No	No	(859) 384-5325	696	43	16.1	26.7%	614 (88.2%)	7 (1.0%)	24 (3.4%)	32 (4.6%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (2.6%)	95.7	6^th of 685 public elementary schools	99.1%		92.4	23^rd of 687 public elementary schools	96.7%	17	73.0	74.0	75.0	74.0	80.0	83.0	52.0	72.0	70.0	84.0	$11,594	$681	$735	$1,416	$9,330	$847	$10,178
Shirley Mann Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	10435 US Hwy 42	Union	41091	Boone County	Boone County	No	No	No	No	(859) 384-5000	744	47	15.8	19.0%	611 (82.1%)	18 (2.4%)	28 (3.8%)	53 (7.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	33 (4.4%)	94.3	11^th of 685 public elementary schools	98.4%		93.5	18^th of 687 public elementary schools	97.4%	7	71.0	79.0	73.0	71.0	81.0	73.0	57.0	65.0	71.0	67.0	$11,133	$480	$489	$969	$9,330	$834	$10,164
Kenton Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	11246 Madison Pk	Independence	41051	Kenton County	Kenton County	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 356-3781	654	40	16.3	40.5%	586 (89.6%)	23 (3.5%)	23 (3.5%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (3.1%)	85.1	68^th of 685 public elementary schools	90.1%		86.6	56^th of 687 public elementary schools	91.8%	12	69.0	59.0	68.0	63.0	56.0	68.0	43.0	74.0	56.0	75.0	$13,197	$631	$389	$1,020	$9,154	$1,277	$10,431
Beechgrove Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1029 Bristow Rd	Independence	41051	Kenton County	Kenton County	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 371-1636	659	45	14.6	64.3%	519 (78.8%)	35 (5.3%)	48 (7.3%)	5 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	51 (7.7%)	43.9	379^th of 685 public elementary schools	44.7%		36.7	443^rd of 687 public elementary schools	35.5%	64	49.0	43.0	45.0	48.0	48.0	40.0	40.0	24.0	38.0	30.0	$19,820	$635	$371	$1,006	$10,116	$1,274	$11,390
Walton-Verona Elementary School	Public	K-4	15066 Porter Rd	Verona	41092	Boone County	Walton-Verona Independent	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 485-4181	698	45	15.5	44.8%	609 (87.2%)	17 (2.4%)	36 (5.2%)	4 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	32 (4.6%)	58	270^th of 685 public elementary schools	60.6%		67.3	180^th of 687 public elementary schools	73.8%	90	52.0	41.0		53.0	54.0		38.0				$12,732	$566	$122	$688	$8,946	$2,338	$11,284
Erpenbeck Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	US 42 9001 Wetherington Blvd	Florence	41042	Boone County	Boone County	No	No	No	No	(859) 384-7200	764	46	16.6	34.0%	513 (67.1%)	44 (5.8%)	69 (9.0%)	86 (11.3%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (1.2%)	43 (5.6%)	80.8	90^th of 685 public elementary schools	86.9%		90.7	32^nd of 687 public elementary schools	95.3%	58	81.0	66.0	64.0	73.0	70.0	60.0	49.0	34.0	54.0	54.0	$11,616	$518	$597	$1,115	$9,678	$823	$10,501
White's Tower Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2977 Harris Pk	Independence	41051	Kenton County	Kenton County	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 356-9668	698	40	17.5	45.1%	608 (87.1%)	18 (2.6%)	14 (2.0%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	54 (7.7%)	69.7	168^th of 685 public elementary schools	75.5%		76.3	108^th of 687 public elementary schools	84.3%	60	62.0	57.0	67.0	56.0	49.0	57.0	39.0	32.0	47.0	69.0	$19,359	$606	$352	$958	$8,843	$1,143	$9,987
Piner Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2845 Piner Ridge Rd	Morning View	41063	Kenton County	Kenton County	No	No	No	Yes	(859) 356-2155	335	22	15.2	40.6%	306 (91.3%)	5 (1.5%)	11 (3.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (3.6%)	73.7	131^st of 685 public elementary schools	80.9%		69.8	156^th of 687 public elementary schools	77.3%	25	65.0	71.0	60.0	61.0	60.0	60.0		45.0	38.0	49.0	$33,094	$719	$438	$1,157	$10,022	$1,476	$11,498

Frequently Asked Questions about Steeplechase Elementary School

What is the racial makeup of Steeplechase Elementary School?

Students at Steeplechase Elementary School are 57% White, 19% African American, 14% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

Is Steeplechase Elementary School a good school?

Steeplechase Elementary School ranks 242^nd of 685 Kentucky elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Steeplechase Elementary School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 580 students attended Steeplechase Elementary School.

What district is Steeplechase Elementary School in?

Boone County

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