Serving 515 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 41% (which is higher than 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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Todd Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
South Todd Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Todd Elementary School's ranking?
South Todd Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,267 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?
41% 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?
515 students attend South Todd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Todd Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Todd Elementary School?
South Todd Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than 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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