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#466 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 36% in state

Luhr Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

6900 Fegenbush Lane, Louisville, KY 40228

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#466 of 1,284

In Louisville

#22 of 147

public schools

In district

#23 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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

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About Luhr Elementary

Luhr Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Luhr Elementary serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Luhr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Luhr Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Luhr Elementary — Students at Luhr Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (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
66%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
46.7%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Luhr Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in KY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

6900 Fegenbush Lane, Louisville, KY 40228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luhr Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Marion C. Moore School Louisville 0.8 mi 4.2
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville 0.9 mi 7.2
Smyrna Elementary School Louisville 0.9 mi 3.5
MERCY ACADEMY Louisville 1.3 mi 5.4
ST ATHANASIUS Louisville 1.4 mi 6.6
Fern Creek Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 3.8
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville 2.1 mi 4.8
Hartstern Elementary Louisville 2.1 mi 3.9
Fern Creek High Louisville 2.1 mi 5.0
Watterson Elementary Louisville 2.9 mi 4.1
Rangeland Elementary Louisville 2.5 mi 3.3
Price Elementary Louisville 2.8 mi 4.5
Wilt Elementary Louisville 3.3 mi 6.5
NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville 3.3 mi 8.9
Newburg Middle Louisville 3.0 mi 5.2
Bates Elementary Louisville 2.9 mi 8.4
Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville 3.0 mi 4.6
George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville 3.1 mi 5.3
ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville 3.1 mi 7.6
Southern High Louisville 3.2 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,762

Median Home Value

$220,200

Median Rent

$1,370/mo

Population

18,491

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

39.5

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Heartland Elementary School Elizabethtown, KY 6.9
New Highland Elementary School Elizabethtown, KY 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luhr Elementary

What grades does Luhr Elementary serve?

Luhr Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Luhr Elementary?

Luhr Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Luhr Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Luhr Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Luhr Elementary rank in KY?

Luhr Elementary ranks #466 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Luhr Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Luhr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Luhr Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Luhr Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Luhr Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Luhr Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

61.4% of students at Luhr 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

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

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