South Edmonson Elementary School

1058 Chalybeate School Rd
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
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Top 20%
Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Edmonson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Edmonson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

South Edmonson Elementary School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
454 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Motto
HOME OF THE BULLDOGS!

School Rankings

South Edmonson 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 South Edmonson Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#135 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
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55-59%
38%
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55-59%
45%
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30-34%
22%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
2%
10%
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Black
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11%
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White
94%
72%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.12
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Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Edmonson Elementary School's ranking?
South Edmonson Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 South Edmonson Elementary School?
454 students attend South Edmonson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Edmonson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Edmonson Elementary School?
South Edmonson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Edmonson Elementary School offer ?
South Edmonson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Edmonson Elementary School part of?
South Edmonson Elementary School is part of Edmonson County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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