Serving 987 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mayfield 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mayfield Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mayfield, KY, covering approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayfield Elementary School's student population of 987 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
987 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Mayfield 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 Mayfield Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#453 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
40%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayfield Elementary School's ranking?
Mayfield Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mayfield Elementary School?
987 students attend Mayfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mayfield Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayfield Elementary School?
Mayfield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mayfield Elementary School offer ?
Mayfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mayfield Elementary School part of?
Mayfield Elementary School is part of Mayfield Independent School District.
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