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Jeffersontown Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

3610 Cedarwood Way, Louisville, KY 40299

Enrollment

689

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,251 of 1,284

In Louisville

#137 of 147

public schools

In district

#139 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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3.2/10

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About Jeffersontown Elementary

Jeffersontown Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Jeffersontown Elementary serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jeffersontown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,251 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Jeffersontown Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Jeffersontown Elementary — Students at Jeffersontown Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (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
73%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
23%
ELA
25.7%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Jeffersontown Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in KY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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

3610 Cedarwood Way, Louisville, KY 40299

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jeffersontown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bates Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville 0.3 mi 7.6
Jeffersontown High Louisville 0.8 mi 4.6
Carrithers Middle Louisville 0.8 mi 4.3
Tully Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 8.3
Cochrane Elementary Louisville 1.5 mi 5.2
ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville 1.3 mi 6.6
Wheeler Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 7.8
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville 1.8 mi 4.8
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville 2.2 mi 4.2
Fern Creek High Louisville 2.4 mi 5.0
Fern Creek Elementary Louisville 2.4 mi 3.8
MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville 2.7 mi
Watterson Elementary Louisville 2.3 mi 4.1
NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville 2.8 mi 8.9
Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville 3.2 mi 8.6
Bates Elementary Louisville 3.7 mi 8.4
ASCENSON Louisville 3.4 mi 5.7
Farmer Elementary Louisville 3.4 mi 7.9
MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL Louisville 3.2 mi 7.5
Lowe Elementary Louisville 3.8 mi 7.2

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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Wilkerson Elementary School Louisville, KY 3.2
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Rangeland Elementary Louisville, KY 3.3
Trunnell Elementary Louisville, KY 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jeffersontown Elementary

What grades does Jeffersontown Elementary serve?

Jeffersontown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jeffersontown Elementary?

Jeffersontown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jeffersontown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jeffersontown Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jeffersontown Elementary rank in KY?

Jeffersontown Elementary ranks #1,251 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Jeffersontown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jeffersontown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Jeffersontown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jeffersontown Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jeffersontown Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Jeffersontown Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

60.1% of students at Jeffersontown 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
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

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

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