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#461 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 36% in state

New Highland Elementary School

Elementary School · Hardin County

110 W. A. Jenkins Road, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#461 of 1,284

In Elizabethtown

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#9 of 23

Hardin County

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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New Highland Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Elizabethtown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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7.3/10

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About New Highland Elementary School

New Highland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elizabethtown, KY, part of Hardin County. New Highland Elementary School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for New Highland Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.3% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,734
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

New Highland Elementary School — Students at New Highland Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
45.3%
ELA
46.3%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How New Highland Elementary School Compares

See how New Highland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in KY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

110 W. A. Jenkins Road, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Highland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rineyville Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Rineyville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Heartland Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North Park Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Radcliff), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bluegrass Middle School Elizabethtown 0.1 mi 5.2
John Hardin High School Elizabethtown 0.3 mi 7.3
HEARTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elizabethtown 0.9 mi
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elizabethtown 2.2 mi 6.0
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health Systems Radcliff 2.2 mi 4.6
Woodland Elementary School Radcliff 3.3 mi 4.0
Heartland Elementary School Elizabethtown 3.0 mi 6.9
Helmwood Heights Elementary School Elizabethtown 3.6 mi 6.4
Hardin County Day Treatment Center Elizabethtown 3.7 mi
G C Burkhead Elementary School Elizabethtown 4.2 mi 6.2
Talton K Stone Middle School Elizabethtown 4.4 mi 6.6
Morningside Elementary School Elizabethtown 4.4 mi 5.4
NORTH HARDIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Radcliff 4.5 mi 5.8
College View Campus Elizabethtown 4.9 mi 6.6
Elizabethtown High School Elizabethtown 4.6 mi 7.4
Rineyville Elementary School Rineyville 4.0 mi 7.0
Radcliff Elementary School Radcliff 5.0 mi 4.3
Panther Academy Elizabethtown 4.7 mi 5.7
North Park Elementary School Radcliff 5.0 mi 6.7
North Middle School Radcliff 5.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,715

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$902/mo

Population

53,240

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

39.2

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Heartland Elementary School Elizabethtown, KY 6.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Highland Elementary School

What grades does New Highland Elementary School serve?

New Highland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend New Highland Elementary School?

New Highland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Highland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Highland Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Highland Elementary School rank in KY?

New Highland Elementary School ranks #461 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is New Highland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 New Highland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Highland Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Highland Elementary School a charter school?

No, New Highland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Highland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, New Highland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Highland Elementary School?

57.6% of students at New Highland 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hardin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

Hardin County
District Enrollment
14,714
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,734
District Rank
#9 of 23

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