Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hite Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hite Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hite 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 Hite Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
16%
11%
White
64%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 #220 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hite Elementary School?
455 students attend Hite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hite Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% 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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