Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Graves County Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Graves County Central Elementary serves the northeast part of Mayfield, KY, covering an area of approximately 55.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graves County Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Graves County Central Elementary School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
PURSUING EXCELLENCE TOGETHER
School Rankings
Graves County Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graves County Central Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#145 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves County Central Elementary School's ranking?
Graves County Central Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Graves County Central Elementary School often compared to?
Graves County Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fancy Farm Elementary School, Mayfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Graves County Central Elementary School?
480 students attend Graves County Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Graves County Central Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graves County Central Elementary School?
Graves County Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Graves County Central Elementary School offer ?
Graves County Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graves County Central Elementary School part of?
Graves County Central Elementary School is part of Graves County School District.
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