Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Locust Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Grove 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
Locust Grove Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Grove Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 1230 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
11%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Locust Grove Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Locust Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Locust Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckner Elementary School, Lagrange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Elementary School?
596 students attend Locust Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Locust Grove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove Elementary School?
Locust Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Elementary School offer ?
Locust Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Grove Elementary School part of?
Locust Grove Elementary School is part of Oldham County School District.
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