Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cecilia Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Howevalley Elementary School serves the western part of its school district in Cecilia, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 87.6 square miles. Most families in this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecilia Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cecilia Valley Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cecilia Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cecilia Valley Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cecilia Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Cecilia Valley Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cecilia Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Cecilia Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Highland Elementary School, Lincoln Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cecilia Valley Elementary School?
490 students attend Cecilia Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cecilia Valley Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cecilia Valley Elementary School?
Cecilia Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cecilia Valley Elementary School offer ?
Cecilia Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cecilia Valley Elementary School part of?
Cecilia Valley Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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