Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bush Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bush 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
School Overview
Bush Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Bush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#18 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
White
95%
71%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
28%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Bush Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Ground Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bush Elementary School?
511 students attend Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bush Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bush Elementary School?
Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bush Elementary School offer ?
Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bush Elementary School part of?
Bush Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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