Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Magoffin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Magoffin Elementary serves the entire district of Salyersville, KY, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 309.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 20.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Magoffin Elementary School's student population of 208 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Magoffin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Magoffin Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#674 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
99%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Magoffin Elementary School's ranking?
South Magoffin Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Magoffin Elementary School?
208 students attend South Magoffin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of South Magoffin Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Magoffin Elementary School?
South Magoffin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Magoffin Elementary School offer ?
South Magoffin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Magoffin Elementary School part of?
South Magoffin Elementary School is part of Magoffin County School District.
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