Very Good
#279 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 22% in state
Locust Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · Oldham County · Crestwood, KY
An Oldham County elementary school where students score 3 points above what's typical for similar communities.
1231 E Highway 22, Crestwood, KY 40014
- Math 58% proficient (2025)
- Reading 68% proficient (2025)
- 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Locust Grove Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
2025 KSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. KY average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 11 points since 2020, reaching 63% in 2025.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 59% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 65% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
22.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Locust Grove Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 4Car-Dependent
- Bike 5Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low3/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$118,750
Median home value
$381,500
Median rent
$1,117/mo
College educated
46.9%
Homeownership
89.2%
Poverty rate
4.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 40014; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerfield Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.2 | K–5 | 1.9 mi | 516 | Compare → |
| Lagrange Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.3 | K–5 | 3.1 mi | 462 | Compare → |
| Buckner Alternative High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.3 | 4–12 | 3.7 mi | 55 | Compare → |
| Buckner Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–5 | 3.9 mi | 659 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Oldham County
- Schools in district
- 22
- Rank in district
- #7 of 18
- District spending per student
- $13,019NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 4.2%Census SAIPE · 2024
Locust Grove Elementary School is listed in Oldham County; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Locust Grove Elementary School
Locust Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Crestwood, KY, part of Oldham County, serving approximately 597 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 1,284 schools in KY. State assessment records show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Locust Grove Elementary School
What grades does Locust Grove Elementary School serve?
Locust Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Locust Grove Elementary School?
Locust Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Locust Grove Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locust Grove Elementary School rank in KY?
Locust Grove Elementary School ranks #279 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Locust Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Locust Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Locust Grove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Locust Grove Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Locust Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Locust Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locust Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Locust Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locust Grove Elementary School?
22.1% of students at Locust Grove 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 597
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Oldham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (502) 222-3521
- Area population (ZIP 40014)
- 23,039
- Area average commute
- 26.6 min
- Area median age
- 40
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 KSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 KSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 KSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 KSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 40014; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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