Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Farmington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmington Elementary School serves the eastern part of Mayfield, KY, covering an area of approximately 40.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Farmington Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Pursuing Excellence Together
School Rankings
Farmington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington Elementary School's ranking?
Farmington Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Farmington Elementary School often compared to?
Farmington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fancy Farm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Farmington Elementary School?
288 students attend Farmington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Farmington Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington Elementary School?
Farmington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farmington Elementary School offer ?
Farmington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farmington Elementary School part of?
Farmington Elementary School is part of Graves County School District.
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