Serving 731 students in grades 1-3, Simpson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Simpson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Franklin, KY, covering approximately 236.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Simpson Elementary School's student population of 731 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 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simpson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#175 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson Elementary School's ranking?
Simpson Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Simpson Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Simpson Elementary School?
731 students attend Simpson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Simpson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson Elementary School?
Simpson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simpson Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simpson Elementary School part of?
Simpson Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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