Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 Facts (2025-26)
- 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School's ranking?
Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School?
195 students attend Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School?
Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School offer ?
Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School part of?
Southgate ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School is part of Southgate Independent School District.
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