Serving 519 students in grades 1-5, Red Oak 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 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Oak Elementary School serves the northeast part of Nicholasville, KY, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Oak Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Oak 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 Red Oak Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#548 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Red Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Red Oak Elementary School is ranked #548 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Red Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Red Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wellington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Elementary School?
519 students attend Red Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Red Oak Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak Elementary School?
Red Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Red Oak Elementary School offer ?
Red Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Oak Elementary School part of?
Red Oak Elementary School is part of Jessamine County School District.
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