Needs Improvement
#1269 of 1,284 schools in KY
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson County
755 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40210
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,269 of 1,284
In Louisville
#141 of 147
public schools
In district
#143 of 149
Jefferson County
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Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
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About Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County.
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,269 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 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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Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School — Students at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.0/10.
How Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School Compares
See how Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 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
755 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 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, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brandeis Elementary (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grace M. James Academy of Excellence Louisville | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Louisville | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Central High Magnet Career Academy Louisville | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Byck Elementary Louisville | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary Louisville | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Western Middle School for the Arts Louisville | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Johnson Traditional Middle Louisville | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Brandeis Elementary Louisville | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Regional Juvenile Detention Ce Louisville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Atkinson Academy Louisville | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| PRESENTATION ACADEMY Louisville | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Maupin Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mcferran Preparatory Academy Louisville | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Western Day Treatment Louisville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Engelhard Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cochran Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| J. Graham Brown School Louisville | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,841
Median Home Value
$93,400
Median Rent
$822/mo
Population
14,226
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kennedy Elementary Louisville, KY | 2.7 |
| Clay City Elementary School Clay City, KY | 2.9 |
| Byck Elementary Louisville, KY | 3.0 |
| New Castle Elementary School New Castle, KY | 3.0 |
| Roby Elementary School Shepherdsville, KY | 3.0 |
| Bell Elementary School Monticello, KY | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
What grades does Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School serve?
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School?
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 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 Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School rank in KY?
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School ranks #1,269 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School?
87.5% of students at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8348
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #143 of 149
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