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#1008 of 1,284 schools in KY

Middletown Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

218 North Madison Avenue, Louisville, KY 40243

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,008 of 1,284

In Louisville

#75 of 147

public schools

In district

#76 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Middletown Elementary

4.8/10

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

Summit Academy of Greater Louisville

8.4/10

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About Middletown Elementary

Middletown Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Middletown Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Middletown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,008 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Middletown Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.3% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Middletown Elementary — Students at Middletown Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (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
65%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
35.7%
ELA
42.3%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Middletown Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in KY
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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

218 North Madison Avenue, Louisville, KY 40243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middletown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anchorage Independent Public School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Anchorage), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lowe Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE Louisville 0.3 mi 8.4
MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Louisville 0.8 mi
Crosby Middle Louisville 1.0 mi 5.8
Eastern High Louisville 0.9 mi 6.1
Anchorage Independent Public School Anchorage 1.2 mi 9.1
Bellewood Louisville 1.4 mi
Hite Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 5.9
Mary Jo and William MacDonald Maryhurst Louisville 1.5 mi 5.1
Bowen Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 7.1
Zachary Taylor Elementary Louisville 3.1 mi 4.5
Lowe Elementary Louisville 2.8 mi 7.2
Cochrane Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 5.2
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville 3.5 mi 7.1
ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville 3.6 mi 6.6
Stopher Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 6.9
Westport Early Childhood Center Louisville 3.3 mi 5.3
Chancey Elementary Louisville 4.1 mi 3.7
The Brook-KMI Louisville 3.4 mi 4.5
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Louisville 3.3 mi 6.9
Tully Elementary Louisville 4.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,859

Median Home Value

$297,900

Median Rent

$1,260/mo

Population

12,049

College Educated

51.5%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

47.8

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Brandeis Elementary Louisville, KY 4.8
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Chenoweth Elementary Louisville, KY 4.8
James Lane Allen Elementary School Lexington, KY 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middletown Elementary

What grades does Middletown Elementary serve?

Middletown Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Middletown Elementary?

Middletown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middletown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Middletown Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middletown Elementary rank in KY?

Middletown Elementary ranks #1,008 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Middletown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Middletown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Middletown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middletown Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middletown Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Middletown Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

47.7% of students at Middletown 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

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

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