Below Average
#1124 of 1,284 schools in KY
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson County
4515 Taylorsville Rd, Louisville, KY 40220
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,124 of 1,284
In Louisville
#103 of 147
public schools
In district
#106 of 149
Jefferson County
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Alex R. Kennedy Elementary
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Alex R.
Kennedy Elementary serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alex R. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Alex R. Kennedy Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Alex R. Kennedy Elementary — Students at Alex R. Kennedy Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 20 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: 2.7/10.
How Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Compares
See how Alex R. Kennedy Elementary 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
4515 Taylorsville Rd, Louisville, KY 40220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alex R. Kennedy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville | 0.6 mi | — |
| ASCENSON Louisville | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Jeffersontown High Louisville | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Lowe Elementary Louisville | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cochrane Elementary Louisville | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| The Brook-Dupont Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Tully Elementary Louisville | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| The Phoenix School of Discovery Louisville | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 2.2 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Klondike Lane Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,502
Median Home Value
$249,700
Median Rent
$1,187/mo
Population
33,893
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonnieville Elementary School Bonnieville, KY | 4.2 |
| Cane Ridge Elementary School Paris, KY | 4.2 |
| Cravens Elementary School Owensboro, KY | 4.2 |
| Jacob Elementary Louisville, KY | 4.2 |
| Lee County Elementary School Beattyville, KY | 4.2 |
| Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Whitesburg, KY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alex R. Kennedy Elementary
What grades does Alex R. Kennedy Elementary serve?
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alex R. Kennedy Elementary?
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alex R. Kennedy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alex R. Kennedy Elementary 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 Alex R. Kennedy Elementary rank in KY?
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary ranks #1,124 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Alex R. Kennedy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Alex R. Kennedy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alex R. Kennedy Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Alex R. Kennedy Elementary a charter school?
No, Alex R. Kennedy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alex R. Kennedy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alex R. Kennedy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alex R. Kennedy Elementary?
54.8% of students at Alex R. Kennedy Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (502) 485-6950
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #106 of 149
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