There were 107 second grade students enrolled in McLean County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 1.9% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Calhoun Elementary School welcomed most of the second grade students in the county, registering 51 students.
Within McLean County schools, enrollment was highest in eighth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, McLean County ranked 104th in total enrollment. It held the same ranking the previous year.
Kentucky schools face funding gaps as state support is 24% below 2008 levels after accounting for inflation. According to a report from KY Policy, the average teacher salaries are 19.8% lower than in 2008, when adjusted for inflation, while transportation funding covers just 82% of the required amount. The gap between wealthy and poor districts has widened to $4,247 per student, and several districts report deficits, including $16 million in Fayette County and $3.9 million in Newport.
| School | # of 2nd Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calhoun Elementary School | 51 | 16.4% | 311 |
| Livermore Elementary School | 41 | 16.5% | 249 |
| Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary School | 15 | 10.9% | 137 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.