Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Metcalfe County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metcalfe County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Edmonton, KY, encompassing approximately 291.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 14.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metcalfe County Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metcalfe County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metcalfe County Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#996 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metcalfe County Elementary School's ranking?
Metcalfe County Elementary School is ranked #996 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Metcalfe County Elementary School?
648 students attend Metcalfe County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Metcalfe County Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metcalfe County Elementary School?
Metcalfe County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metcalfe County Elementary School offer ?
Metcalfe County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metcalfe County Elementary School part of?
Metcalfe County Elementary School is part of Metcalfe County School District.
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