Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Green Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Green Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Glasgow, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Green Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Green Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Green Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#369 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Green Elementary School's ranking?
South Green Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Green Elementary School often compared to?
South Green Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Elementary School, Austin Tracy Elementary School, North Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Green Elementary School?
487 students attend South Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Green Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Green Elementary School?
South Green Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Green Elementary School offer ?
South Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Green Elementary School part of?
South Green Elementary School is part of Glasgow Independent School District.
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