Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Simpsonville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Simpsonville Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simpsonville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpsonville Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
4%
11%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
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 Simpsonville Elementary School's ranking?
Simpsonville Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Simpsonville Elementary School often compared to?
Simpsonville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School, Painted Stone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Simpsonville Elementary School?
430 students attend Simpsonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Simpsonville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpsonville Elementary School?
Simpsonville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simpsonville Elementary School offer ?
Simpsonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simpsonville Elementary School part of?
Simpsonville Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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