Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Olmstead 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 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olmstead Elementary School serves the southwest part of Olmstead, KY, covering an area of approximately 125.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olmstead Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Olmstead 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 Olmstead Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#422 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
82%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-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 Olmstead Elementary School's ranking?
Olmstead Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Olmstead Elementary School often compared to?
Olmstead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Todd Elementary School, South Todd 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 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Olmstead Elementary School?
398 students attend Olmstead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Olmstead Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olmstead Elementary School?
Olmstead Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olmstead Elementary School offer ?
Olmstead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olmstead Elementary School part of?
Olmstead Elementary School is part of Logan County School District.
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