Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sutton 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 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutton Elementary School's student population of 535 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to achieve academic excellence.
School Rankings
Sutton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutton Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#347 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Owensboro Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutton Elementary School's ranking?
Sutton Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sutton Elementary School often compared to?
Sutton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton Parrish Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sutton Elementary School?
535 students attend Sutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sutton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutton Elementary School?
Sutton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sutton Elementary School offer ?
Sutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sutton Elementary School part of?
Sutton Elementary School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.
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