Skip to main content

Needs Improvement

#1277 of 1,284 schools in KY

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

1115 West Chestnut Street, Louisville, KY 40203

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

2.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,277 of 1,284

In Louisville

#144 of 147

public schools

In district

#146 of 149

Jefferson County

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary

2.4/10

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

Central High Magnet Career Academy

6.5/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Jefferson Regional Juvenile Detention Ce

Nearby

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,277 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Coleridge-taylor Montessori 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency14% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-21.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism48.9%

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary — Students at Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 34 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
53%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
14%
ELA
16.7%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary Compares

See how Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.4/10
1th percentile in KY
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

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

1115 West Chestnut Street, Louisville, KY 40203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cochran Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Engelhard Elementary (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Central High Magnet Career Academy Louisville 0.1 mi 6.5
Jefferson Regional Juvenile Detention Ce Louisville 0.4 mi
Grace M. James Academy of Excellence Louisville 0.5 mi 8.9
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School Louisville 0.7 mi 2.8
PRESENTATION ACADEMY Louisville 0.9 mi 8.6
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville 0.8 mi 8.2
EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Louisville 0.8 mi 5.0
J. Graham Brown School Louisville 0.9 mi 8.7
Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville 0.9 mi 5.3
Western Middle School for the Arts Louisville 1.1 mi 7.8
Ackerly Louisville 1.1 mi
Engelhard Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 3.4
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville 1.2 mi
HEUSER HEARING & LANGUAGE ACADEMY Louisville 1.2 mi
Byck Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 3.0
Dawson Orman Education Center Louisville 1.3 mi 5.0
Pathfinder School of Innovation Louisville 1.3 mi 5.4
Meyzeek Middle Louisville 1.4 mi 6.8
NATIVITY ACADEMY AT ST BONIFACE Louisville 1.4 mi 7.5
Cochran Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$31,430

Median Home Value

$179,300

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

17,540

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

24.7%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

39.9%

Median Age

34.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Carter Traditional Elementary Louisville, KY 2.4
Rutherford Elementary Louisville, KY 2.4
Blake Elementary Louisville, KY 2.2
Bedford Elementary School Bedford, KY 2.1
Kennedy Elementary Louisville, KY 2.7
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School Louisville, KY 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary

What grades does Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary serve?

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary?

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary rank in KY?

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary ranks #1,277 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary a charter school?

No, Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary a Title I school?

No, Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary?

76.0% of students at Coleridge-taylor Montessori 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

District

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

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.