Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Legrande Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Legrande Elementary School serves the southern part of Horse Cave, KY, covering an area of approximately 73 square miles. Most families live within 10.2 miles of the school, with a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes, while some may be as far as 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legrande Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Expect the Best
School Rankings
Legrande Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legrande Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1086 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legrande Elementary School's ranking?
Legrande Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Legrande Elementary School often compared to?
Legrande Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonnieville Elementary School, Munfordville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Legrande Elementary School?
327 students attend Legrande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Legrande Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legrande Elementary School?
Legrande Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Legrande Elementary School offer ?
Legrande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Legrande Elementary School part of?
Legrande Elementary School is part of Hart County School District.
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