Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hunter Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunter Hills 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hunter Hills Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Hunter Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hunter Hills Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#28 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Hunter Hills Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hunter Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Hunter Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like London Elementary School, Wyan-pine Grove Elementary School, Corbin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hunter Hills Elementary School?
603 students attend Hunter Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hunter Hills Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunter Hills Elementary School?
Hunter Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hunter Hills Elementary School offer ?
Hunter Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hunter Hills Elementary School part of?
Hunter Hills Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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