Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olive Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olive Hill Elementary School serves the west part of the Olive Hill, KY school district, covering an area of approximately 81.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olive Hill Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Olive Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive Hill 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Olive Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Olive Hill Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Olive Hill Elementary School?
360 students attend Olive Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Olive Hill Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive Hill Elementary School?
Olive Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olive Hill Elementary School offer ?
Olive Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olive Hill Elementary School part of?
Olive Hill Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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