Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Grove Elementary School serves the northwest part of Corbin, KY, covering an area of approximately 51.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#212 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corbin Primary, Whitley County North Elementary School, Boston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
669 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Whitley County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I do not like 6th grade that much but, it is fun being with my friends. I'm resently a student at Oak Grove, and I attend to be one until next year.
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