Layne Elementary vs Sinking Fork Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 202 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Layne Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
430 students
Sinking Fork Elementary School
Hopkinsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
| Measure | Layne Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Sinking Fork Elementary School Hopkinsville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #677 of 707 | #359 of 707 |
| National rank | #42957 of 50,301 | #23714 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 430 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 63% |
| city | Louisville | Hopkinsville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sinking Fork Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 23.0).
- •Sinking Fork Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 27%).
- •Sinking Fork Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Sinking Fork Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 79.1%).
- •Sinking Fork Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 20.5).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Layne Elementary better than Sinking Fork Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sinking Fork Elementary School ranks higher (52.1 vs 23.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Layne Elementary and Sinking Fork Elementary School?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Hopkinsville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Layne Elementary: 430. Sinking Fork Elementary School: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Layne Elementary and Sinking Fork Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Layne Elementary is 677th of 707 and Sinking Fork Elementary School is 359th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).