Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hite Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hite Elementary School serves the northeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hite Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Hite Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hite Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#169 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
13%
11%
White
58%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hite Elementary School's ranking?
Hite Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hite Elementary School often compared to?
Hite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stopher Elementary School, Middletown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hite Elementary School?
498 students attend Hite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hite Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hite Elementary School?
Hite Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hite Elementary School offer ?
Hite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hite Elementary School part of?
Hite Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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