Serving 710 students in grades 1-3, Simpson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Simpson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Simpson Elementary School's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Simpson 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 Simpson Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Simpson Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Simpson Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Simpson Elementary School?
710 students attend Simpson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Simpson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson Elementary School?
Simpson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simpson Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simpson Elementary School part of?
Simpson Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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