COLONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Colony Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Laurel County school district, located in London, KY with about 360 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Colony Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Colony Elementary School, located at 3656 Somerset Road in London, Kentucky, is a public institution serving the Laurel County School District. As a staple of the local London community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. It serves as a foundational educational hub for the surrounding area, focusing on building essential literacy, mathematical, and critical thinking skills during the formative years of childhood.

Beyond its core curriculum, Colony Elementary is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community engagement. The school typically emphasizes a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work together to support student success. Through various extracurricular activities, school events, and a supportive administrative approach, the school strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while maintaining the small-town values and spirit inherent to Laurel County.

For more information, contact Colony Elementary School at (606) 862-4639 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.