Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hager Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hager Elementary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Hager Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hager Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#270 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
83%
71%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 Hager Elementary School's ranking?
Hager Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hager Elementary School often compared to?
Hager Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakview Elementary School, Summit Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hager Elementary School?
344 students attend Hager Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hager Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hager Elementary School?
Hager Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hager Elementary School offer ?
Hager Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hager Elementary School part of?
Hager Elementary School is part of Ashland Independent School District.
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