Serving 498 students in grades 1-5, Vine Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vine Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vine Grove Elementary School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Vine Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vine Grove Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#376 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

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

Hispanic
12%
10%

Black
12%
11%

White
61%
72%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Vine Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Vine Grove Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Vine Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Vine Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heartland Elementary School, Radcliff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Vine Grove Elementary School?
498 students attend Vine Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Vine Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vine Grove Elementary School?
Vine Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vine Grove Elementary School offer ?
Vine Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vine Grove Elementary School part of?
Vine Grove Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2011
Great school. The teachers really care whether your child is really smart or struggling. I had both, 1 genius and 1 with ADHD. They were perfectly matched in the right class. The academic program is an A+.
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