Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stanford 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 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanford Elementary School serves the northern part of Stanford, KY, covering an area of approximately 46.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanford Elementary School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping Students to Learn, Conquer, Succeed.
School Rankings
Stanford 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 Stanford Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#538 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanford Elementary School's ranking?
Stanford Elementary School is ranked #538 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Stanford Elementary School?
572 students attend Stanford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Stanford Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanford Elementary School?
Stanford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stanford Elementary School offer ?
Stanford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stanford Elementary School part of?
Stanford Elementary School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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