Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Magoffin 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 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than 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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Magoffin Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Salyersville, KY, encompassing approximately 309.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Magoffin Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
North Magoffin 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 North Magoffin Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#830 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 17-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 North Magoffin Elementary School's ranking?
North Magoffin Elementary School is ranked #830 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend North Magoffin Elementary School?
417 students attend North Magoffin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of North Magoffin Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Magoffin Elementary School?
North Magoffin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Magoffin Elementary School offer ?
North Magoffin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is North Magoffin Elementary School part of?
North Magoffin Elementary School is part of Magoffin County School District.
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