Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#525 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School's ranking?
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School often compared to?
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Livermore Elementary School, Calhoun Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School?
125 students attend Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School?
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School offer ?
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School part of?
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School is part of Mclean County School District.
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