Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Christian Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Christian Elementary School serves the southwest part of Herndon, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 168.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Christian Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Christian Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Christian Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#625 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
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)28%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 South Christian Elementary School's ranking?
South Christian Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Christian Elementary School often compared to?
South Christian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinking Fork Elementary School, Indian Hills Elementary School, Millbrooke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Christian Elementary School?
554 students attend South Christian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of South Christian Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Christian Elementary School?
South Christian Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Christian Elementary School offer ?
South Christian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Christian Elementary School part of?
South Christian Elementary School is part of Christian County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
it is a great school i love going to school in the 4th grade
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