Serving 386 students in grades 1-5, Radcliff 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 19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Radcliff Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radcliff 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 Radcliff Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1109 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
42%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radcliff Elementary School's ranking?
Radcliff Elementary School is ranked #1109 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Radcliff Elementary School often compared to?
Radcliff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow View Elementary School, North Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Radcliff Elementary School?
386 students attend Radcliff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Radcliff Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Radcliff Elementary School?
Radcliff Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Radcliff Elementary School offer ?
Radcliff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Radcliff Elementary School part of?
Radcliff Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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