Serving 597 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Locust Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Locust Grove Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Grove Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #213 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Elementary School?
597 students attend Locust Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Locust Grove Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove Elementary School?
Locust Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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