Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goshen At Hillcrest 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
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#26 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School?
614 students attend Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School?
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Oldham County School District.
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