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Best Mayfield Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,559 students in Mayfield, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mayfield, KY are Farmington Elementary School, Sedalia Elementary School and Mayfield Youth Development Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mayfield, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mayfield have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Mayfield, KY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farmington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7730 State Rt 121 S
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4830
Gr: PK-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Sedalia Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5252 St. Rt 97
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4850
Gr: PK-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Mayfield Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3179 State Rt 45 S
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-9609
Gr: 6-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Graves County Central Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2262 State Rt 121 N
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4901
Gr: PK-6 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Mayfield Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1004 Backusburg Rd
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-8696
Gr: PK-4 | 922 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Mayfield Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
112 W College St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-7521
Gr: 5-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Mayfield, Kentucky

Mayfield, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cuba Elementary School (Closed 2015)
501 S Hamilton St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4810
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
East College Early Childhood Center (Closed 2006)
914 East College St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-5916
Gr: PK-K | 125 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Genesis Home (Closed 2015)
105 Scottie Dr
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 623-6144
Gr: 7-12
Longfellow Elementary School (Closed 2006)
416 Central Ave
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-5524
Gr: 1-3 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Sparks Elementary School (Closed 2006)
1201 W Broadway
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-5588
Gr: 4-5 | 210 students Minority enrollment: 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mayfield, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mayfield, KY include Farmington Elementary School, Sedalia Elementary School and Mayfield Youth Development Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mayfield?
6 public elementary schools are located in Mayfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Mayfield?
Mayfield public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Mayfield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Mayfield include: Graves County Central Elementary School vs. Mayfield Elementary School

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