West Broadway Elementary School

127 W Broadway
Madisonville, KY 42431
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Broadway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Broadway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West Broadway Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

West Broadway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Broadway Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#234 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
45-49%
38%
55-59%
45%
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
11%
11%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
(22-23)
12.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Broadway Elementary School's ranking?
West Broadway Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are West Broadway Elementary School often compared to?
West Broadway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, West Hopkins School, Pride 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend West Broadway Elementary School?
486 students attend West Broadway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Broadway Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Broadway Elementary School?
West Broadway Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Broadway Elementary School offer ?
West Broadway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Broadway Elementary School part of?
West Broadway Elementary School is part of Hopkins County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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