The top reported proficiency rate is 72% in English language arts. The lowest is 54% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on London Elementary School
London Elementary School serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school in the Laurel County district, located in the city of London, Kentucky. The school is situated on North Main Street in the historic downtown corridor, where US Route 25 runs through the center of town. London functions as the county seat of Laurel County and is a small regional hub for a surrounding micropolitan area that is the largest of its kind in Kentucky. The community has a compact downtown core, commercial development along the Interstate 75 corridor, and residential neighborhoods that extend outward. Home values in the area are somewhat below the state median, making it a comparatively affordable housing market for families.
The student body is large for an elementary school in this region, with enrollment spanning all early grades. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic need in the community. Racially, the student population is predominantly white, with small shares of Hispanic, Black, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, American Indian, and multiracial students. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about how those populations are served.
Academically, London Elementary shows strong results on the Kentucky Summative Assessment. In reading, proficiency rates are solid across the tested grades, with the fourth grade performing particularly well. Math results are also strong, though the fifth grade rate is somewhat lower than the earlier grades, which could be a point for families to inquire about as students approach the transition to middle school. Science results at fourth grade are moderate, and social studies at fifth grade is the weakest subject area, with a proficiency rate below half. Overall, when the school’s performance across all tested subjects and grades is combined into a single index, it places in the top quartile relative to other districts in Laurel County. This is notable because the county contains only two districts, and London Elementary’s composite proficiency exceeds the highest of those district-level averages, meaning this school is the strongest performing of the two districts in the county.
Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate or college readiness data to report. The school environment and access data lacks information on discipline, chronic absenteeism, staffing ratios, and course access. A parent interested in class sizes, attendance patterns, or program offerings such as art, music, or gifted education would need to follow up with the school directly.
The broader community context matters for families considering this school. London has seen annexation of land in recent census periods, indicating active expansion of city limits and some growth pressure. However, the city was struck in 2025 by a violent tornado that destroyed a significant number of homes in the southern portion of London. This will likely drive substantial rebuilding and housing reconstruction efforts in the coming years, which could affect neighborhood stability and school enrollment patterns. The city bills itself as the Cycling Capital of Kentucky and hosts the annual World Chicken Festival, drawing regional visitors. Key employers include St. Joseph’s Hospital, the Laurel County school district, and government offices. Civic anchors such as the Laurel County Public Library and Levi Jackson Wilderness Road Park provide recreational and cultural infrastructure. Transit options include Greyhound service and on-demand rural transit.
London Elementary is a neighborhood school with a strong academic track record in a community that is both a historic county seat and an area undergoing post-disaster rebuilding. Its high poverty rate and predominantly white student body shape the peer environment. For families who value a school that performs well relative to local peers and is located in a small city with a downtown core, this school fits. The absence of some key data points means a parent should not rely solely on this profile but should visit and ask about support services, programs, and the school’s response to recent community challenges.
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