Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sutton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutton Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sutton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutton Elementary School is 0.34, which is less 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
#464 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
11%
White
81%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutton Elementary School's ranking?
Sutton Elementary School is ranked #464 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sutton Elementary School often compared to?
Sutton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton Parrish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Sutton Elementary School?
482 students attend Sutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sutton Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sutton Elementary School?
Sutton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sutton Elementary School offer ?
Sutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutton Elementary School part of?
Sutton Elementary School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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