Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cold Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Cold Hill 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
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Cold Hill Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
Cold Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cold Hill Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#8 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Cold Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Cold Hill Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cold Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Cold Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keavy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cold Hill Elementary School?
266 students attend Cold Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cold Hill Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cold Hill Elementary School?
Cold Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cold Hill Elementary School offer ?
Cold Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Cold Hill Elementary School part of?
Cold Hill Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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