Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Highland Elementary School's student population of 505 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Highland Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#658 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
17%
11%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Highland Elementary School's ranking?
New Highland Elementary School is ranked #658 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are New Highland Elementary School often compared to?
New Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend New Highland Elementary School?
505 students attend New Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of New Highland Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Highland Elementary School?
New Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Highland Elementary School offer ?
New Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Highland Elementary School part of?
New Highland Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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