SOUTH MAGOFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

South Magoffin Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Magoffin County school district, located in Salyersville, KY with about 176 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 12 teachers, South Magoffin Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

South Magoffin Elementary School, located at 171 Half Mountain Road in Salyersville, Kentucky, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Magoffin County School District. Situated in the heart of the Appalachian region, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the values and culture of the surrounding rural landscape. It provides essential primary education to local students, focusing on academic development, social growth, and preparing children for their future educational journeys within the district.

The school operates as part of a close-knit school system where community involvement and personalized attention are prioritized. By fostering a supportive learning environment, South Magoffin Elementary aims to address the unique needs of its student population, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development. As a representative of the Salyersville community, the school plays a vital role in local development, serving as a hub for both educational activities and the collective progress of families in Magoffin County.

For more information, contact South Magoffin Elementary at (606) 884-7325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.