Metcalfe County Elementary School

Metcalfe County
703 W. Stockton Street
Edmonton, KY 42129
636 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Metcalfe County Elementary School, located in Edmonton, Kentucky, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Metcalfe County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on foundational skills in core subjects, the school aims to prepare young learners for the rigors of middle school while encouraging a curiosity-driven approach to education.

Beyond the classroom, the school plays an active role in the local Edmonton community. It frequently emphasizes the importance of family and community partnerships to enhance the educational experience, often hosting events that involve parents and local stakeholders. With a focus on building a strong community spirit, Metcalfe County Elementary strives to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential and develop as a well-rounded individual.
636
Total Students
45.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    604 (95.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    19 (3.0 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Metcalfe County
Phone: (270)432-2051
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 636
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 475
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 66
Kindergarten 90
Grade 1 117
Grade 2 91
Grade 3 83
Grade 4 98
Grade 5 91
Gender Ratio