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#552 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 43% in state
Cochran Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson County
500 West Gaubert Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#552 of 1,284
In Louisville
#27 of 147
public schools
In district
#28 of 149
Jefferson County
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Cochran Elementary
Cochran Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Cochran Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cochran Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Cochran Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cochran Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Cochran Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cochran Elementary — Students at Cochran Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 7.9/10.
How Cochran Elementary Compares
See how Cochran 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
500 West Gaubert Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cochran Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shelby Academy (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Frayser Elementary (rated 3.9/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Engelhard Elementary (rated 3.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noe Middle Louisville | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| duPont Manual High Louisville | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| U of L PACT Program Louisville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mcferran Preparatory Academy Louisville | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Western Day Treatment Louisville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Engelhard Elementary Louisville | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| HEUSER HEARING & LANGUAGE ACADEMY Louisville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville | 1.2 mi | — |
| PRESENTATION ACADEMY Louisville | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Shelby Academy Louisville | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Pathfinder School of Innovation Louisville | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Dawson Orman Education Center Louisville | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Frayser Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Churchill Park School Louisville | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Meyzeek Middle Louisville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Central High Magnet Career Academy Louisville | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Ackerly Louisville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,714
Median Home Value
$153,100
Median Rent
$914/mo
Population
15,287
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
22.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grapevine Elementary School Madisonville, KY | 6.6 |
| Highland Elementary School Staffordsville, KY | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dayton, KY | 6.6 |
| Madison Kindergarten Academy Richmond, KY | 6.6 |
| Parker-Bennett-Curry School Bowling Green, KY | 6.6 |
| South Edmonson Elementary School Smiths Grove, KY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cochran Elementary
What grades does Cochran Elementary serve?
Cochran Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cochran Elementary?
Cochran Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cochran Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cochran Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cochran Elementary rank in KY?
Cochran Elementary ranks #552 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Cochran Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cochran Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Cochran Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cochran Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cochran Elementary a charter school?
No, Cochran Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cochran Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cochran Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cochran Elementary?
71.7% of students at Cochran 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8230
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #28 of 149
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