Excellent
#97 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 8% in state
Hunter Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Laurel County
8325 S. U.s. Hwy 25, Corbin, KY 40701
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#97 of 1,284
In Corbin
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 17
Laurel County
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Hunter Hills Elementary School
Hunter Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Corbin, KY, part of Laurel County. Hunter Hills Elementary School serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hunter Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Hunter Hills Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Hunter Hills Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hunter Hills Elementary School — Students at Hunter Hills Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Hunter Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Hunter Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8325 S. U.s. Hwy 25, Corbin, KY 40701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hunter Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sublimity Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby London), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Keavy Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Keavy), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Corbin, see our Corbin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Corbin Preschool Corbin | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Corbin Middle School Corbin | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| High School Homebound Corbin | 3.3 mi | — |
| Elementary Homebound Corbin | 3.3 mi | — |
| CORBIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corbin | 3.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Corbin School of Innovation Corbin | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Corbin Educational Center Corbin | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Lynn Camp Elementary School Corbin | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Corbin High School Corbin | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Lynn Camp Middle High School Corbin | 4.2 mi | — |
| Wyan-Pine Grove Elementary London | 5.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Keavy Elementary School Keavy | 4.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Camp Ground Elementary School London | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Sublimity Elementary School London | 6.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Cold Hill Elementary School London | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Corbin Primary Corbin | 6.1 mi | 8.9 |
| McDaniel Learning Center London | 7.3 mi | 2.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL London | 7.4 mi | 5.1 |
| South Laurel High School London | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| South Laurel Middle School London | 7.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,288
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
29,767
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
41.4
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|---|---|
| Campbell Ridge Elementary Alexandria, KY | 8.5 |
| Clark Elementary School Paducah, KY | 8.5 |
| Colony Elementary School London, KY | 8.5 |
| Donald E. Cline Elementary School Cold Spring, KY | 8.5 |
| Lone Oak Elementary School Paducah, KY | 8.5 |
| Oran P Lawler Elementary School Leitchfield, KY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunter Hills Elementary School
What grades does Hunter Hills Elementary School serve?
Hunter Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hunter Hills Elementary School?
Hunter Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunter Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunter Hills Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hunter Hills Elementary School rank in KY?
Hunter Hills Elementary School ranks #97 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Hunter Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunter Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hunter Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hunter Hills Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hunter Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hunter Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hunter Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hunter Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hunter Hills Elementary School?
83.9% of students at Hunter Hills Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Laurel County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (606) 862-4655
Resources & Links
District
Laurel County- District Enrollment
- 8,700
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,611
- District Rank
- #6 of 17
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