Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Livingston 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Livingston Elementary School serves the southern part of Smithland, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 142.1 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 7.7 miles and the furthest edge located 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Livingston Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
South Livingston 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 Livingston Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#511 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Livingston Elementary School's ranking?
South Livingston Elementary School is ranked #511 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Livingston Elementary School often compared to?
South Livingston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Livingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Livingston Elementary School?
367 students attend South Livingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Livingston Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Livingston Elementary School?
South Livingston Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Livingston Elementary School offer ?
South Livingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Livingston Elementary School part of?
South Livingston Elementary School is part of Livingston County School District.
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