Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Simmons Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Simmons Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simmons Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simmons Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
34%
8%
Black
9%
11%
White
48%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons Elementary School's ranking?
Simmons Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Simmons Elementary School often compared to?
Simmons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntertown Elementary School, Southside Elementary School, Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Simmons Elementary School?
396 students attend Simmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Simmons Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simmons Elementary School?
Simmons Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simmons Elementary School offer ?
Simmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simmons Elementary School part of?
Simmons Elementary School is part of Woodford County School District.
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