Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Keavy 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 5% 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: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keavy 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
Keavy Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Keavy 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 Keavy Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#20 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
28%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Keavy Elementary School's ranking?
Keavy Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Keavy Elementary School often compared to?
Keavy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Keavy Elementary School?
292 students attend Keavy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Keavy Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keavy Elementary School?
Keavy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Keavy Elementary School offer ?
Keavy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keavy Elementary School part of?
Keavy Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
everyone is very nice there and do great with the kids '
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