Serving 375 students in grades 1-5, Saffell Street Elementary 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saffell Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Saffell Street Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saffell Street Elementary 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 Saffell Street Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#768 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anderson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saffell Street Elementary School's ranking?
Saffell Street Elementary School is ranked #768 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Saffell Street Elementary School often compared to?
Saffell Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B. Turner Elementary School, Emma B. Ward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Saffell Street Elementary School?
375 students attend Saffell Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Saffell Street Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saffell Street Elementary School?
Saffell Street Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saffell Street Elementary School offer ?
Saffell Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saffell Street Elementary School part of?
Saffell Street Elementary School is part of Anderson County School District.
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