Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hite 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hite Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hite Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hite Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
14%
11%
White
63%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hite Elementary School's ranking?
Hite Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hite Elementary School often compared to?
Hite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stopher Elementary School, Middletown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Hite Elementary School?
448 students attend Hite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hite Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hite Elementary School?
Hite Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hite Elementary School offer ?
Hite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hite Elementary School part of?
Hite Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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