Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cold Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cold Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cold Hill Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cold Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cold Hill Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#8 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
28%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Hill Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cold Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Cold Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keavy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cold Hill Elementary School?
259 students attend Cold Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cold Hill Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Hill Elementary School?
Cold Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cold Hill Elementary School offer ?
Cold Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Cold Hill Elementary School part of?
Cold Hill Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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