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Cochrane Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

2511 Tregaron Avenue, Louisville, KY 40299

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#934 of 1,284

In Louisville

#63 of 147

public schools

In district

#64 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Cochrane Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jeffersontown High

4.6/10

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8.3/10

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About Cochrane Elementary

Cochrane Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Cochrane Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Cochrane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Cochrane Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-18.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

Cochrane Elementary — Students at Cochrane Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
24.7%
ELA
28.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Cochrane Elementary Compares

See how Cochrane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in KY
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2511 Tregaron Avenue, Louisville, KY 40299

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cochrane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wheeler Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jeffersontown High Louisville 0.7 mi 4.6
Tully Elementary Louisville 1.0 mi 8.3
ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville 1.0 mi 6.6
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville 1.2 mi 7.6
Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville 1.5 mi 3.2
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville 1.5 mi 4.2
Carrithers Middle Louisville 2.0 mi 4.3
Crosby Middle Louisville 2.3 mi 5.8
MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville 2.1 mi
Lowe Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 7.2
MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Louisville 2.6 mi
Wheeler Elementary Louisville 3.0 mi 7.8
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Louisville 3.0 mi 6.9
SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE Louisville 2.9 mi 8.4
ASCENSON Louisville 2.8 mi 5.7
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville 3.3 mi 4.8
Middletown Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 4.8
Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville 2.8 mi 8.6
ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Louisville 3.3 mi 4.1
The Phoenix School of Discovery Louisville 3.6 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40299 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,419

Median Home Value

$274,900

Median Rent

$1,290/mo

Population

41,724

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.7

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School Rating
Eastern Elementary School Georgetown, KY 5.2
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Middlesboro Elementary School Middlesboro, KY 5.2
Newport Primary School Newport, KY 5.2
North Warren Elementary Smiths Grove, KY 5.2
Overdale Elementary School Louisville, KY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cochrane Elementary

What grades does Cochrane Elementary serve?

Cochrane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cochrane Elementary?

Cochrane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cochrane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cochrane Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cochrane Elementary rank in KY?

Cochrane Elementary ranks #934 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Cochrane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cochrane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Cochrane Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cochrane Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cochrane Elementary a charter school?

No, Cochrane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cochrane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cochrane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cochrane Elementary?

55.7% of students at Cochrane 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
94,793
Schools in District
171
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,200
District Rank
#64 of 149

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