Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Camp Ground 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camp Ground Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Camp Ground Elementary School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Camp Ground 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 Camp Ground Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#166 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%

Black
n/a
11%

White
97%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camp Ground Elementary School's ranking?
Camp Ground Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Camp Ground Elementary School often compared to?
Camp Ground Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Camp Ground Elementary School?
312 students attend Camp Ground Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Camp Ground Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camp Ground Elementary School?
Camp Ground Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Camp Ground Elementary School offer ?
Camp Ground Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Camp Ground Elementary School part of?
Camp Ground Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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