Serving 558 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 44% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Green Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
South Green Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Green Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
57%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
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 South Green Elementary School's ranking?
South Green Elementary School is ranked #365 out of 1,267 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 Temple Hill Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, North Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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?
558 students attend South Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Green Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Green Elementary School?
South Green Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher 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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