Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Southern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#994 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
27%
11%
White
36%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Elementary School is ranked #994 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Southern Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandersville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Southern Elementary School?
490 students attend Southern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Southern Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Elementary School?
Southern Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Elementary School offer ?
Southern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Elementary School part of?
Southern Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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