Excellent
#110 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 9% in state
Bates Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson County
7601 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40291
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#110 of 1,284
In Louisville
#8 of 147
public schools
In district
#8 of 149
Jefferson County
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Bates Elementary
Bates Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Bates Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bates Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Bates Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Bates Elementary — Students at Bates Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 8.8/10.
How Bates Elementary Compares
See how Bates 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
7601 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bates Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Farmer Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wheeler Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fern Creek High Louisville | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Fern Creek Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Wheeler Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| VALOR TRADITIONAL ACADEMY Louisville | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Ramsey Middle Louisville | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Farmer Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Carrithers Middle Louisville | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Luhr Elementary Louisville | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Tully Elementary Louisville | 4.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Marion C. Moore School Louisville | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Smyrna Elementary School Louisville | 3.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Jeffersontown High Louisville | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MERCY ACADEMY Louisville | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Wilt Elementary Louisville | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ATHANASIUS Louisville | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,576
Median Home Value
$264,700
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
41,506
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
39.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School Lancaster, KY | 8.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Louisville, KY | 8.4 |
| Heritage Elementary Waddy, KY | 8.4 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Somerset, KY | 8.4 |
| Indian Hills Elementary School Hopkinsville, KY | 8.4 |
| Lancaster Elementary School Lancaster, KY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bates Elementary
What grades does Bates Elementary serve?
Bates Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bates Elementary?
Bates Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bates Elementary rank in KY?
Bates Elementary ranks #110 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Bates Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bates Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Bates Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bates Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bates Elementary a charter school?
No, Bates Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bates Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bates Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bates Elementary?
47.4% of students at Bates 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8208
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #8 of 149
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