Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School's student population of 195 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Pursuing Academic Excellence and Developing Strong Character for Every Student…Every Day
School Rankings
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is 0.55, which is more 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
#974 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
63%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School's ranking?
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is ranked #974 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School?
195 students attend Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School?
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School offer ?
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School part of?
Southgate ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is part of Southgate Independent School District.
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