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#624 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 49% in state
Kenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson County
7420 Justan Avenue, Louisville, KY 40214
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#624 of 1,284
In Louisville
#31 of 147
public schools
In district
#32 of 149
Jefferson County
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Kenwood Elementary
Kenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Kenwood Elementary serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Kenwood Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kenwood 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.
Score Breakdown
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Kenwood Elementary — Students at Kenwood Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 6.9/10.
How Kenwood Elementary Compares
See how Kenwood 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
7420 Justan Avenue, Louisville, KY 40214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOTRE DAME ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gutermuth Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lassiter Middle Louisville | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| VALIANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Louisville | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Auburndale Elementary Louisville | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Louisville | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Doss High Louisville | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South Louisville | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Iroquois High Louisville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Trunnell Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Rutherford Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Louisville | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Gutermuth Elementary Louisville | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North Louisville | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Jacob Elementary Louisville | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Fairdale Elementary Fairdale | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program Fairdale | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairdale High Fairdale | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL/DIOCESE Louisville | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Semple Elementary Louisville | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Louisville | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,563
Median Home Value
$176,700
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
45,986
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adair County Elementary School Columbia, KY | 6.3 |
| Brookside Elementary School Nicholasville, KY | 6.3 |
| Ekron Elementary School Ekron, KY | 6.3 |
| Irvington Elementary School Irvington, KY | 6.3 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Louisville, KY | 6.3 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pewee Valley, KY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenwood Elementary
What grades does Kenwood Elementary serve?
Kenwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kenwood Elementary?
Kenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenwood Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenwood Elementary rank in KY?
Kenwood Elementary ranks #624 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Kenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Kenwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenwood Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Kenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenwood Elementary?
71.8% of students at Kenwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8283
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #32 of 149
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