Red Cross Elementary School

215 Parkview Dr
Glasgow, KY 42141
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Red Cross Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 697 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Red Cross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Red Cross Elementary School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

School Rankings

Red Cross Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Cross Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#398 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
38%
51%
45%
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 Red Cross Elementary School's ranking?
Red Cross Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Red Cross Elementary School often compared to?
Red Cross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Red Cross Elementary School?
697 students attend Red Cross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Red Cross Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Cross Elementary School?
Red Cross Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Red Cross Elementary School offer ?
Red Cross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Cross Elementary School part of?
Red Cross Elementary School is part of Barren County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 697 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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