Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Todd 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 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Todd Elementary School serves the southern part of Guthrie, KY, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 177.3 square miles, with most families typically driving 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8.4 miles, extending up to 11.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Todd Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We SOAR together!
School Rankings
South Todd 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 Todd Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#607 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Todd Elementary School's ranking?
South Todd Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Todd Elementary School often compared to?
South Todd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Todd Elementary School, Olmstead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Todd Elementary School?
511 students attend South Todd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Todd Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Todd Elementary School?
South Todd Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Todd Elementary School offer ?
South Todd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Todd Elementary School part of?
South Todd Elementary School is part of Todd County School District.
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